METH LAB RECOGNITION CLUES

- - Unusual, strong odors (like cat urine, ether, vinegar, ammonia or other
chemicals).

- - Residences with windows blacked out.

- - Discoloration (usually a brown or rust color) of the structure, pavement
or soils.

- - Eyes, nose or throat irritation from the surrounding environment.

- - Renters who pay their landlords in cash.

- - Lots of traffic-people coming and going at unusual times. There may be
little traffic during the day, but at night the activity increases
dramatically.

- - Excessive trash including items such as: antifreeze containers, lantern
fuel cans, red chemically stained coffee filters, drain cleaner and duct tape.

- - Unusual amounts of clear glass containers being brought into the home.

Source: North Metro Drug Task Force and North Metro Fire Rescue District