Every year on Halloween the streets and sidewalks are filled with countless kids in costumes running from door to door collecting as much candy as they can carry. Having this many extra pedestrians out wandering the streets at night can become a safety issue for both drivers and pedestrians which is why everyone must be especially alert when traveling. Here are a few safety tips to help keep everyone safe:

Drivers:

• Turn on headlights even during the daytime
• Watch for children darting into the street and from in-between parked cars
• Drive at least 5 mph below the speed limit in residential areas
• Be extra cautious when backing in and out of driveways and alleys

Parents:

• Set a curfew
• Make sure to add reflective material to costumes and trick-or-treating bags to make children more visible
• Go over trick-or-treat safety rules before heading out
• Always accompany children under the age of 12
• Instruct children to only stop at well-lit houses and never step inside a stranger’s home

Trick-or-Treaters:

• Stay on sidewalks or left side of the road facing traffic if necessary
• Carry a flashlight with extra batteries
• Go out in a group
• Always cross the street at corners and crosswalks
• Avoid masks and disguises that make it more difficult to see

Original Source: http://exchange.aaa.com/safety/child-safety/halloween-safety/

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