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Red Cross
- Halloween Safety Tips for Kids and Adults
With witches,
goblins, and super-heroes descending on neighborhoods across America,
the American Red Cross offers parents some safety tips to help prepare
their children for a safe and enjoyable trick-or-treat holiday.
Halloween should be filled with surprise and enjoyment, and following
some common sense practices can keep events safer and more fun.
Walk, slither,
and sneak on sidewalks, not in the street Look both ways before
crossing the street to check for cars, trucks, and low-flying brooms.
Cross the street
only at corners.
Don't hide
or cross the street between parked cars.
Wear light-colored
or reflective-type clothing so you are more visible. (And remember
to put reflective tape on bikes, skateboards, and brooms, too!)
Plan your route
and share it with your family. If possible, have an adult go with
you.
Carry a flashlight
to light your way.
Keep away from
open fires and candles. (Costumes can be extremely flammable.)
Only visit
homes that have the porch light on.
Accept your
treats at the door and never go into a stranger's house.
Use face paint
rather than masks or things that will cover your eyes.
Be cautious
of animals and strangers.
Have a grown-up
inspect your treats before eating. And don't eat candy if the package
is already opened. Small, hard pieces of candy are a choking hazard
for young children.
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