Halloween Safety Tips (safekids.org)

 Please follow some easy tips to reduce your risk of injury on Halloween.  Unfortunately, on average, children are more than twice as likely to be hit by a car and killed on Halloween than on any other day of the year. (Cite - https://www.safekids.org/tip/halloween-safety-tips)

• Walk safely - Look left, right and left again when crossing and keep looking as you cross.
• Put electronic devices down and keep heads up and walk. Don’t run, across the street!
• Teach children to make eye contact with drivers before crossing in front of them.
• Trick or Treat With an Adult -- Children under the age of 12 should not be alone at night without adult supervision.
• If kids are mature enough to be out without supervision, remind them to stick to familiar areas that are well lit and trick-or treat in groups.
• Decorate costumes and bags with reflective tape or stickers and, if possible, choose light colors.
• Choose face paint and makeup whenever possible instead of masks, which can obstruct a child’s vision.
• Have kids carry glow sticks or flashlights to help them see and be seen by drivers.
• When selecting a costume, make sure it is the right size to prevent trips and falls.
• Drive Extra Safely on Halloween -- Take extra time to look for kids at intersections, on medians and on curbs.

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