Use Car Keys as Home Security System

PUT YOUR CAR KEYS BESIDE YOUR BED AT NIGHT

In these days of AI/ML, robotics, etc., it is important to note that sometimes solutions and technology we already have and consider commonplace, are worth a re-visit, here we simply use existing technology in a different way to bridge the gap - and keep people safer. Tell your spouse, your children, your neighbours, your parents, your Dr.'s office, the check-out girl at the market, everyone you run across. Put your car keys beside your bed at night.

If you hear a noise outside your home or someone trying to get in your house, just press the panic button for your car. The alarm will be set off, and the horn will continue to sound until either you turn it off or the car battery dies.

This tip came from a neighbourhood watch coordinator. Next time you come home for the night and you start to put your keys away, think of this: It's a security alarm system that you probably already have and requires no installation. Test it. It will go off from most everywhere inside your house and will keep honking until your battery runs down or until you reset it with the button on the key fob chain. It works if you park in your driveway or garage.

If your car alarm goes off when someone is trying to break into your house, odds are the burglar/rapist won't stick around. After a few seconds, all the neighbours will be looking out their windows to see who is out there and sure enough the criminal won't want that. And remember to carry your keys while walking to your car in a parking lot. The alarm can work the same way there. This is something that should really be shared with everyone. Maybe it could save a life or a sexual abuse crime.

P.S. I am sending this to everyone I know because I think it is fantastic. Would also be useful for any emergency, such as a heart attack, where you can't reach a phone. In other situations, you might suggested to your older parents and relatives that they carry their car keys with them in case they fall outside and no one can hear them as they cry out for help. In this case they could activate the car alarm and then anyone within earshot will know there's a problem. Yes, most people ignore car alarms in a public setting, but for family and close friends, especially when at home in the off-hours, this could be a real game changer, especially if family and neighbours know how the technology is being used.

This may save a life!

Please like, share, and tell all your family members and friends.

... Not my idea, but a great idea nonetheless!