Northfield Center Township strongly encourages residents to make sure their home address is clearly visible from the street. While it may seem like a small detail, properly displayed house numbers can make a critical difference when emergency services are responding to a call.

When police, fire, or EMS personnel are dispatched, every second counts. If first responders have difficulty locating a home because the address is missing, obstructed, faded, or too small to read, it can delay the care or assistance you or your neighbors may urgently need. In emergency situations, even a short delay can have a serious impact.

To help ensure your address can be quickly and easily identified, please consider the following tips:

• Use large, clearly visible numbers that contrast with the color of your home. 
• Place numbers where they can be seen from the street, not hidden behind columns, decorations, or landscaping. 
• Keep numbers clear of obstructions, including trees, shrubs, seasonal décor, and snow. 
• Ensure proper lighting, especially for homes set back from the road or in low-light areas.

Taking a few minutes to check your address visibility could make a life-saving difference for you, your family, or your neighbors.

Thank you for doing your part to help keep our community safe.