Halloween Safety Tips

Walk Cautiously

1. Utilize crosswalks and traffic signals to cross the street at intersections. When crossing, look left, right, left again, and keep looking as you cross.
2. Put your phone down, keep your eyes on the road, and cross the street by walking, not running.
3. Teach kids to look drivers in the eye before crossing in front of them.
4. Always stay on the paths or sidewalks. If there are no sidewalks, move as far to the left of the flow of traffic as you can. The fewest number of roadway crossings should be avoided when children are walking.
5. Keep an eye out for turning or reversing vehicles. Teach kids never to cross between parked cars or run out into the street.
6. Join the younger children for trick-or-treating. Tell children who are old enough to be left alone to stay in well-lit, familiar areas and trick-or-treat in groups.

Halloween Attire for Safety

1. Use reflective tape or stickers to adorn outfits and bags, and if you can, go with bright colors.
2. When possible, go for face paint and makeup rather than masks, which can restrict a child's vision.
3. Kids should carry flashlights or glow sticks so they can see and be seen by vehicles.
4. Make sure the costume you choose fits properly to avoid falls and trips.

Driving More Cautiously on Halloween

1. When driving through residential areas, take it slow and pay close attention. On Halloween, kids are often thrilled and may act erratically.
2. Spend more time keeping an eye out for children at crossroads, in medians, and on curbs.
3. Driveways and alleys should be used cautiously and gently.
4. To focus on the road and your surroundings, remove all distractions from your automobile, including your phone.
5. To see youngsters from farther away, turn on your headlights earlier in the day.
6. The most well-liked trick-or-treating hours are from 5:30 to 9:30 p.m. During those times, keep a sharp eye out for children.