Alaska Home Security and Safety Resources

Emergencies, crime incidents (like burglaries), and other worrisome events don’t usually come with a lot of warning. That's why we encourage everyone to be proactive about safety and security—at home and in your community. To help you stay safe in Alaska, we’ve put together this list of local and statewide resources to make sure you know where to turn before the unexpected happens.

AK Crime Prevention

Department of Public Safety: Alaska State Troopers

Alaska Bureau of Investigation

Alaska Association of Chiefs of Police, Inc.

AK City Crime Prevention

Anchorage Crime Stoppers

Juneau Crime Line

Peninsula Crime Stoppers

Neighborhood Watch

Ketchikan Neighborhood Watch Program

Juneau Police Department

APD Neighborhood Crime Watch

Emergency Preparedness

Alaska Division of Homeland Security and Emergency Management

Alaska Voluntary Organizations Active in Disaster

American Red Cross of Alaska

Municipality of Anchorage

Alaska-Pacific Emergency Preparedness

Fire Safety

Alaska Division of Fire and Life Safety

Municipality of Anchorage: Fire Prevention

Anchorage Fire Department

Fairbanks Firefighters

General Safety

Anchorage Police Department Auxiliary Search Team

Alaska Public Lands Information Centers: Bear Safety in Alaska For Kids

Alaska Child Passenger Safety Coalition

Alaska Office of Boating Safety

Child Abuse Prevention

Alaska Children’s Alliance

Providence Health Services: Alaska Cares

Alaska Children’s Services

Alaska Children’s Trust

Domestic Violence

State of Alaska Council on Domestic Violence and Sexual Assault

Alaska Network on Domestic Violence and Sexual Assault

Abused Women’s Aid in Crisis

WISH: Women in Safe Homes

See the Safest Cities in Alaska report for more information on crime statistics across the state.

In the United States, homes without a security system are three times more likely to be burglarized. Burglars want to get in and out with minimum hassle—why risk getting caught by a security system when they could just move onto the next house? Security systems send a message to burglars that your home is not to be trifled with.

With the smart home features available today, it’s easy to monitor the happenings in your home whether you’re sitting on your sofa or out running errands. Look into handy features like remote activation of your security system, control of your lighting and appliances, and live video streaming to your phone.

Don’t forget to take care of the obvious. Always lock your doors, and leave a spare key with a friend or neighbor (instead of under a flower pot or doormat). Don’t forget to close your windows at night or when you’re out. Trim bushes lining your home to eliminate hiding places, and invest in outdoor lighting to keep dark spots near your home entrances visible.

Strengthening the security of your neighborhood can start with getting to know your neighbors. You might find friends who can watch your place when you’re away, look out for a lost pet, help solve package theft mysteries, or aid in an emergency. And you can work together to build safety resources your community needs.

Avoid announcing specific vacation plans on social media or making it clear that the house is empty. To maintain a lived-in appearance, stop the mail and newspapers before you leave, and set indoor lights on variable timers. Let trusted neighbors know you’ll be gone; consider asking them to park their car in your driveway or make footprints in the snow (if it’s winter).

• The State of Safety in the United States
• Best Home Security Systems
• How to Choose a Security System
• The Beginner’s Guide to Security Cameras
• Home Safety and Security Checklist
• 20 Things You’ll Need for Your First Home