Special to Official Kids Mag
As thousands of children prepare to go
trick-or-treating, it is best to once again
revisit safety tips that can help ensure this
Halloween is enjoyable and injury-free.
Visibility
Children should be dressed in highly
visible costumes so drivers can easily see
them. Parents and chaperones also should
be dressed in bright colors. Reflective tape
and flashlights also make pedestrians more
visible to oncoming cars.
Routes
Children and adults should plan their
trick-or-treating routes ahead of time.
This way they kids
can be found
quickly if they
are separated
from their
groups, and
parents can
choose safe neighborhoods. Choose
neighborhoods and paths that have the
least amount of automobile traffic.
Walk, don't run
Trick-or-treaters should stick to
sidewalks and only cross the street at
intersection crosswalks. Make sure kids
know to avoid darting out between cars
or cutting across lawns and driveways.
When darkness sets in, fast-moving
children can be difficult to see.
Visit only lit houses
Residents who don't want to answer
the door will typically leave their
homes' exterior lights off. Only visit
homes that are decorated, bright and
welcoming to trick-or-treaters.
Go in groups
Children should go out in groups and
always be accompanied by an adult
chaperone.
Costume safety
Everyone should wear well-fitted
costumes that do not drag on the floor or
impede mobility. Choose face paint over
masks so that vision is not obscured.
Beware of fire hazards
Keep clear of jack-o-lanterns
that are lit by real flames.
Homeowners can opt
for LED lights or other,
safer methods of
illumination rather than
candles and open flames.
TRICK-OR-TREAT SAFELY
Following a few safety rules can make Halloween both fun & safe!
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