KT Telecop warns people to secure homes for Seollal
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KT Telecop, the security arm under mobile carrier KT, has warned people to be careful leaving their homes empty over the Lunar New Year period. On Tuesday, KT Telecop said most incidents occur during the first day of the holiday period, according to three years of big data it has collected during the Lunar New Year and Chuseok holidays.
Theft is the most commonly reported issue, accounting for 59 percent of incidents, followed by property damage at 24 percent and fire at 17 percent.
A spokesperson from KT said travelling families should keep a tight watch on their front doors and windows before leaving the house to prevent crime.
For those intending to leave the house empty for a long time, KT suggests keeping some lights on at all times so it appears occupied.
Questions & Answers
Q.Which specific security issues are most frequently reported during these holiday periods?
Which specific security issues are most frequently reported during these holiday periods?
Theft is the most common issue, accounting for 59 percent of incidents. Property damage follows at 24 percent, with fire incidents making up the remaining 17 percent of reports.
Q.What advice does KT Telecop give for homes left empty over the holiday?
What advice does KT Telecop give for homes left empty over the holiday?
For those leaving their homes for an extended period, KT Telecop recommends keeping some lights on constantly. This can create the impression that the property is occupied, potentially deterring incidents.
Q.What is the peak time for security incidents during the holiday period?
What is the peak time for security incidents during the holiday period?
KT Telecop's data, gathered over three years, indicates that most security incidents happen on the very first day of the Lunar New Year and Chuseok holidays.
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