Trick or Treat Safety Tips

The American Red Cross offers these 13 tips for a fun and safe Halloween. Read their good advice below:

— Map out the route that you plan to roam, so adults are assured you
will find your way home!
— From the bravest of superheroes to the noblest of knights, everyone
should remember to bring their flashlights!
— If you visit a house where a stranger resides, accept treats at the
door and, please, don’t go inside.
— When you get ready to put on your disguise, use face paint instead of
masks, which will cover your eyes.
— Always remember, before you embark, to wear light-colored clothing to
be seen in the dark! (And remember to use reflective tape, even on
bikes, skateboards and brooms!)
— Whether you walk, slither or sneak, do it on the sidewalks and not in
the street.
— As you roam through the neighborhood collecting your treats, please
look both ways before crossing the street! (And cross from the
corner!)
— Wigs, capes and costumes are flammable attire, so avoid open flames to
prevent a fire!
— Use a glow stick instead of a candle so your jack-o-lantern isn’t a
safety gamble!
— You may fly on a broom or a space ship from Mars, but please be on the
lookout for drivers in cars! (And don’t hide between parked vehicles).
— Monsters and zombies should stay off the lawn, and only visit homes
with their porch lights turned on!
— You may be dressed as a werewolf, a cat or a frog, but be cautious
around strange animals, especially dogs.
— Have a grown-up inspect your candy when you’re done trick-or-treating
to remove open packages and choking hazards before eating.

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