I know you’ve got to catch ’em all. But before you put on that red and white hat and fingerless gloves and head out to find Pokémon about town, police are urging that you watch where you’re going.

Last week Pokémon Go launched. In case you’re not a child of the ’90s and early 2000s, let me explain:

The wonderful world of Pokémon is full of creatures that can be captured, trained and battled. Before last week, Pokémon trainers explored the worlds within the respective video games. Now, the game has merged with reality.

Those playing Pokémon Go download the game on their phones and then head outside to play using their real-life locations to seek out the fabled creatures.

Kansas University Public Safety Capt. James Anguiano said since the game became available Wednesday, the department has seen an uptick of traffic on the school’s campus.

“We’ve seen it increase even this afternoon,” Anguiano said Monday. “We have some students that come to summer school, and with Jayhawk Boulevard being open this summer and people in and around campus we’ve seen an increase.”

Anguiano said his two sons in their 20s had to educate him on the game.

“Pokémon can be everywhere, I guess,” he said with a laugh. “Mainly there are several different landmark spaces on campus. You can go to a gym or a training ground or there are different Pokémon around campus that appear at different spots.”

So far the foot and vehicle traffic has increased significantly, but no crimes or accidents have been reported, Anguiano said. Safety is always a concern, however, and the game will likely only become more popular in the coming weeks.

“The main thing to remember is to watch your surroundings,” he said. “Traffic laws still apply, you can’t text and drive, so obviously you can’t play and drive.”

“Pay attention to the crosswalks,” he added. “We’d hate to have somebody injured while playing the game.”

Capturing Pokemons while driving is not allowed, the meowth can wait. Focus on the road! #PokemonGO

— Lawrence Police (@LawrenceKS_PD) July 11, 2016

Lawrence Police Department Sgt. Amy Rhoads said the department has not seen any increase in accidents, loitering or trespassing as a result of the game and reminded those playing to be mindful of what they’re doing.

In summation: Be aware of your surroundings, avoid getting hit, try not to run into others, look out for Team Rocket and be the best, like no one ever was.

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