Have a spooktacular but safe Halloween!

Here
are some safety tips.

For
trick-or-treaters and their parents:

Children should only visit homes that have
porch lights on.
Plan
and discuss your child’s route if you are not joining them.
Inspect your children’s candy before
they eat it — especially for any food allergies.
Make sure children
know their phone number and address — and to provide this
information to a police officer in an emergency or if they get lost.

Stay on sidewalks and avoid walking in streets, if possible.
Cross streets only at the corner and never
cross between parked vehicles or mid-block.
Wear something reflective or use battery-powered lights.
Make sure costumes are made with fire retardant materials, are short
enough so they doesn’t interfere with walking, and have eye holes large
enough for a child to safely see out of.
Consider using makeup on instead of a mask to allow the child to see
clearly.
Remind
children never to enter a stranger’s house

For
adults staying home:

For
drivers:

Leave
driveways and parking spaces slowly.
Drive
below the speed limit in residential areas and watch out for children darting
in front of you.
Do
not pass vehicles stopped in the roadway as they may be stopped for pedestrians
Put
your phone down and avoid distractions.

For
pet owners:

Provide
a safe, secure space during trick or treating time. Pets may not enjoy all
of the noise, including ringing doorbells.
Watch
for wagging tails near jack-o-lanterns and candles.
Keep
your dog on a leash or away from the front door when greeting trick-or-treaters.
Keep chocolate away from your
pet.

Anonymous says:

November 1, 2017 at 10:43 am

Four houses on Hillcrest, near Queen of Apostles, have a huge Halloween set up every year. Draws hundreds of kids. FCPD was asked to close the street but refused. Two kids got hit by a car. Not bad enough to call 911. Why can't this street be shut down for a couple hours?