The Harlan Police Department, Friday, issued a reminder to all residents, that they need need to make sure building numbers (address numbers) are on their houses. Harlan City code requires building numbers be visible. Authorities say the numbering is extremely important, for without them, there can be a significant delay in getting emergency services to your house. Fire, Ambulance, and Law Enforcement rely on numbering to get you the quickest emergency services possible. A delay in not being able to locate the correct house has the potential be disastrous.

The Harlan P-D says “It is every homeowner’s responsibility to have the numbers clearly visible from the street. If you are a renter, check your house and contact your landlord if the address numbers are missing.”