Safety Tips @ Downtown New Orleans

It’s Thursday, May 17 and 10:24am in Downtown New Orleans.

Safety Tips

Use common sense as you would in any major city.
Do not display large amounts of cash in public places.
Avoid walking alone on deserted streets at night;travel with a colleague or friend if possible.
Trust your gut instincts. If someone or something seems suspicious, leave the area and go to the nearest well-lit public area or business. Alert a police officer or a Downtown Public Safety Ranger.
If approached by strangers for con games such as, “I bet I can tell you where you got your shoes,” do not participate.
Stow valuables out of sight in your vehicle.
If you drive to the city, it is best to park at your hotel to avoid parking restrictions in popular
tourist neighborhoods.
If you have been drinking, consider taking a taxi.
Remember that most laws enforced in your city are enforced here as well.
Don’t give money to panhandlers.

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