Provincial Police Headquarters in Wrocław:
This year, All Saints’ Day falls during an exceptional period. The sudden escalation of the epidemic and the resulting introduction of the so-called red zone throughout the country involve numerous restrictions, which we must follow for the good of us all. The upcoming holiday period must not lead to a relaxation of the sanitary regime, which is essential to limit the growing number of coronavirus infections.
The officers add:
We appeal to you to avoid large crowds. Let us postpone visiting the graves of our loved ones to a day other than 1 November, when cemeteries can be expected to have the largest number of visitors. Let us cover our mouths and noses and maintain social distancing out of concern for our lives and those of our loved ones.
They also point out:
Let us also remember that All Saints’ Day celebrations are a time when we must remain particularly vigilant so as not to become victims of criminals who, taking advantage of the widespread rush and crowds, try to deprive us of everything valuable.
If we do go to the cemetery, let us not take more money than we need. Do not carry documents, cash or keys in shopping bags or open clothing pockets. Purses, wallets, phones and bank cards, as well as keys, should be kept in a closed inside pocket of your clothing.
Let us be careful when using public transport, especially when getting on and off. In addition to the mandatory covering of the mouth and nose, let us also remember that handbags, waist bags and backpacks should be closed and preferably turned with the fastening against the body. Keep them in front of you, holding them in your hand. Both when travelling to the cemetery and when tidying graves, let us remember to properly secure our belongings. Do not leave your property unattended by graves. Sometimes a moment of inattention is enough—for example, stepping away from a burial site to get water for flowers—to become a victim of a thief.