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How to have a Fang-Tastic Halloween, safely

Little superheroes, princesses, Ninja Turtles, Minions, Lego people, Doc McStuffins and other costume-clad children will be visiting neighborhoods on Monday night for Trick or Treating.

Kids of all ages will dress up as their favorite character or other creative costume, trying to collect as much candy as possible. Halloween is a fun celebration but can also have associated dangers. Here are a few reminders on safety precautions for Halloween:

Pedestrian Safety:

Cross streets at corners, using crosswalks whenever possible
Carefully look both ways before crossing any streets
Do not run between parked cars or dart across a street from behind a parked car
Assure children stay with and also cross the street with an adult
Walk on sidewalks when available, otherwise walk to the outside of the road, facing the oncoming traffic
Carry a flashlight or glow stick to increase visibility
Use reflective tape on the costumes and candy bags/containers
Trick or Treat in well-lit neighborhoods and at homes with outside lights on, which is a sign of welcome

Driver Safety:

Drive slowly and extra carefully in residential neighborhoods
Use extra caution at intersections
Be alert as children may excitedly cross the street unexpectedly or from behind parked vehicles and other obstacles that limit visibility
Check surrounding areas before pulling out of a driveway or parking spot

Treat/Costume Safety

Choose costumes that do not present tripping or falling hazards
Choose soft, short, and flexible costume accessories
Use cosmetic makeup instead of masks to prevent obstructed vision
Examine candy for tampering before eating
Check candy ingredients for children with allergies prior to consumption
Do not eat homemade treats from strangers

Additional Halloween safety tips can be found online through multiple resources, including CDC and Safe Kids Worldwide: http://www.cdc.gov/family/halloween/ or http://www.safekids.org/tip/halloween-safety-tips.

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