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Halloween Safety Tips

Halloween Curfew In effect October 30th & 31st 9:00pm to 6:00am for minors under the age of 18 years old, except when accompanied by an adult over the age of 25 years. Download Resolution Pdf File

 

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image Kids

  • BulletPointCarry a flashlight
  • BulletPointWalk, don't run.
  • BulletPointStay on Sidewalks
  • BulletPointObey traffic signals
  • BulletPointDon't cut across yards or driveways.
  • BulletPointMake sure costumes don't drag on the ground.
  • BulletPointShoes should fit (even if they don't go with your costume)
  • BulletPointAvoid wearing masks while walking from house to house.
  • BulletPointCarry only flexible knives, swords or other props.
  • BulletPointWear clothing with reflective markings or tape.
  • BulletPointApproach only houses that are lit.
  • BulletPointStay away from and don't pet animals you don't know.

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image Parents

  • BulletPointYoung children of any age should be accompanied by an adult.
  • BulletPointIf your children go on their own, be sure they wear a watch, preferably one that can be read in the dark.
  • BulletPointIf you buy a costume, look for one made of flame-retardant material.
  • BulletPointOlder children should know where to reach you and when to be home.
  • BulletPointYou should know where they're going.
  • BulletPointAlthough tampering is rare, tell children to bring the candy home to be inspected before consuming anything.
  • BulletPointLook at the wrapping carefully and toss out anything that looks suspect.

 

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image Homeowners

  • BulletPointMake sure your yard is clear of such things as ladders, hoses, dog leashes and flower pots that can trip people.
  • BulletPointPets get frightened on Halloween. Make sure they are in a safe place to protect them from cars or inadvertently biting trick-or-treater's.
  • BulletPointBattery powered jack o' lantern candles are preferable to a real flame.
  • BulletPointIf you do use candles, place the pumpkin well away from where trick-or-treaters will be walking or standing.
  • BulletPointMake sure paper or cloth yard decorations won't be blown into a flaming candle.
  • BulletPointHealthy food alternatives for trick-or-treaters include packages of low-fat crackers with cheese or peanut butter filling, single-serve boxes of cereal, packaged fruit rolls, mini boxes of raisins and single-serve packets of low-fat popcorn that can be microwaved later.
  • BulletPointNon-food treats: plastic rings, pencils, stickers, erasers, coins.

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