Heading out for Halloween?

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This public service announcement and safety guidelines focus on three core areas:

🎃 Pedestrian & Costume Safety

Be Visible: Wear reflective materials, carry flashlights, or accessorize costumes with glow sticks so drivers can see you in the dark.
Clear Vision: Choose face makeup over masks whenever possible to ensure children have an unobstructed view of their surroundings.
Walk on sidewalks, cross only at designated crosswalks or intersections, and look left, right, and left again before stepping onto the road.
Stay Together: Stick to familiar neighborhoods and ensure kids remain with a trusted adult or in a tight-knit group.

🏠 Property & Party Safety

Keep Exits Clear: Homeowners should remove tripping hazards and keep walkways well-lit.
Ditch Open Flames: Use battery-operated or flameless LED candles in jack-o'-lanterns to eliminate fire risks.
Protect Pets: Keep animals indoors and away from the front door to prevent them from getting spooked by trick-or-treaters.
Respect the Community: If attending parties, respect neighborhood properties and keep noise levels down.

🍬 Driver & Candy Safety

Slow Down: Drivers are urged to reduce their speed significantly in residential areas and keep headlights on early to maximize visibility.
Inspect Treats: Parents must fully check all candy before children eat it—discard anything that is unsealed, damaged, or looks suspicious.