It’s that time of year again, when kids are gearing up for Halloween in their favorite costumes and neighbors are busy carving pumpkins and putting up spooky decorations. Safety is a top priority for every family with trick-or-treaters, and we’ve collected the top safety tips from local law enforcement for you to consider before sending kids out on Halloween night.
- Trick-or-treat in a group and stay with your group.
- Have a responsible adult accompany all children 12 and under.
- Know your route ahead of time. For kids mature enough to trick-or-treat without an adult, be sure they know not to take short cuts or go into unlit areas.
- Glow in the dark! Reflective materials, glow sticks, and flashlights let drivers more easily see your excited princesses and superheroes as they run house to house.
- Glow sticks should be handed out carefully to our youngest trick-or-treaters since their contents can be toxic even in small amounts.
- Try costumes on well before Halloween festivities, and avoid masks that impair vision. Kids need to be able to see clearly, especially when crossing the street.
- Remind kids that every piece of candy must be checked before eaten. Be wary of homemade goodies unless you personally know who made them.
- Teach children NEVER to enter any home without you or without your permission.
- Check your local police department’s website for registered sex offenders living in your area. Let kids know to trust their instincts if they feel uncomfortable or scared; they should get away from the situation and immediately tell a trusted adult.
- Remind children to stay away from unlit homes; not everyone participates on Halloween, and neighbors should be respected.
Halloween is a great time to get outside, get to know neighbors, and enjoy how much fun your kids are having. We hope these 10 simple safety tips help make trick-or-treating even better this year. Have a spooky good time on Halloween night!
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