Since masks can sometimes obstruct a child’s vision, try non-toxic face paint and makeup whenever possible.
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Go trick-or-treating during daylight hours.
– Only stop at houses with a porch light.
In addition there is generally an increase in traffic on the roadways, either because of people transporting their children to “Trick-or-Treat” locations or going to Halloween parties.
Make sure older children trick or treat with friends.
Target calls its app “Treatster”, to “help parents map out the “must-visit” houses on each block for their trick-or-treaters”.
Parents, tell your children to not eat any candy before getting home, then inspect the treats before eating. They kids want to have fun costumes but they also have to be safe to walk around in.
“Time to dispel the rumors that we have been viewing on other social media sites: The Township has not placed a curfew for Friday or for Saturday”.
Children of all ages who are in costume can also pick up a treat at the Cherrydale Branch Library (2190 N. Military Road) between 10 a.m. and 5 p.m. This way they kids can be found quickly if they are separated from their groups, and parents can choose safe neighborhoods.
– Use reflective tape on costumes and carry a glow stick or flashlight.
And, because Halloween falls on the weekend this year, local children will have two opportunities to dress up in their costumes and fill their candy bags this year.
So this dad is picking a safe place for the Halloween adventure.
Avoid being tricked by securing your auto: Halloween is second only to New Year’s Day for vehicle vandalism incidents on holidays or annual celebrations. Pay attention to where you are. Don’t cross between parked cars.
If it’s unavoidable, it’s also a good idea to walk towards oncoming traffic to monitor the traffic.
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On October 31, 2015, the Gulfport Police Department will conduct extra patrols in the neighborhoods to ensure the safety of the children participating in “Trick or Treating”.
