The OPP are reminding you to have a safe and enjoyable Halloween night.
Police are reminding the local area communities that Halloween can be exciting with the distraction of candy and costumes for kids, but also a safety hazard.
Officers are asking that you take extra care by following steps such as:
- Children under the age of nine should be accompanied by an adult or responsible older child since they may lack the developmental skills to cross the street on their own.
- Teach your child to stop at the curb, look left, right and left again, and to listen for oncoming traffic.
- Choose face paint instead of masks.
- Always cross at crosswalks, street corners or intersections – it’s unsafe to cross between parked cars or other obstacles.
- Stay on the sidewalk when walking from house to house, and if there is no sidewalk, walk beside the road, facing traffic so drivers can see you.
- Drive slowly in residential areas where children are more likely to be trick-or‐treating.
- Watch out for kids, many of who will be wearing costumes that limit their vision.
- Reduce distractions, such as cellphones or loud music, and stay alert.
- Children should wear costumes with bright fabrics or reflective material and carrying a flashlight.
- Trick-or-treat in familiar areas that are well lit.
The OPP wish everyone a safe and Happy Halloween.
