Home Heating Oil Theft – Protect Your Tank!
Attention All Homeowners Across Co. Tipperary!
As the darker, colder evenings set in and households across Tipperary stock up on home heating oil, Gardaí are reminding the public to take precautions against heating oil theft.
With home heating oil representing a significant household expense, having your tank emptied by thieves could leave you facing a costly bill.
Garda Crime Prevention Advice:
Check your oil levels; monitor your tank regularly for any unexplained drops.
Lock your oil tank; fit a secure, lockable cap to make theft more difficult.
Install security lighting; motion-activated lighting can help deter intruders.
Secure access; keep gates locked and restrict access to your oil tank.
Consider CCTV; visible cameras can discourage thieves.
Fit a tank alarm; an oil-level alarm can alert you to a sudden drop.
Look out for your neighbours; be especially vigilant around elderly neighbours and people living alone.
Tipperary – stay vigilant!
Whether you’re living in Thurles, Clonmel, Nenagh, Roscrea, Templemore, Cashel, Cahir, Carrick-on-suir, Tipperary Town or any rural part of the county, take a few minutes to check your oil tank security.
Notice something suspicious?
Report suspicious vehicles, unfamiliar activity around properties or possible oil theft to Gardaí.
Garda confidential: Tel: 1800 666 111.
Emergency: Tel: 999 / 112.
Don’t wait until your tank is emptied!
Please share this warning with family, friends and neighbours across Tipperary.
A simple precaution today could prevent an expensive theft tomorrow.
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