Safety
Safety Resources for Boston's Students.
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Find Your Nearest Police, Fire, and EMS Stations
Enter your address to find which Police, Fire, and Emergency Medical Service Stations are closest to you.
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Report Crime Anonymously
The Boston Police Crime Stoppers Program highlights unsolved crimes of violence in the local media, appealing to the public for information. You don't have to reveal your identity to tell the police about a violent crime. And, if your information results in the arrest and indictment of an offender, you will be eligible for an award of up to $1,000.
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Fire Safety & Prevention
The Fire Prevention Division in the Boston Fire Department has useful guides & tips on seasonal safety, barbecues, carbon monoxide exposure, and more. The Division directs fire prevention activities, handles more technical fire prevention problems, and conducts public education programs throughout the city.
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Emergency Management
The Office of Emergency Management coordinates the City's homeland security and emergency management programs. They have programs such as Ready Boston: a city-wide community preparedness initiative meant to educate and empower Bostonians about the hazards they may face and meant to encourage residents to prepare for all types of emergencies, and Alert Boston: the City's emergency notification system.
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Safety Tips from BPD
For students residing in Allston and Brighton, the Boston Police Department provides neighborhood safety tips, laws and ordinances applied to alcohol and party violations, local contact numbers and more in Checkpoint, BPD's Allston/Brighton Newsletter.
Announcements
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Neighborhood Crime Watch
Learn what simple actions you can take to protect you and your neighbor's families, homes, vehicles, and property.
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Deck and Roof Safety
The Inspectional Services Department (ISD) has provided safety tips on utilizing decks, porches and roof tops for any outdoor activity.