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Tips for a Safe Halloween

The following tips provided by Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Dept

Try to Trick-or-Treat when its still lights outside.

Wear a costume that makes if easy to walk, see and be seen

Carry a flashlight so you can see and be seen easily

Use reflective tape on your costume so people driving cars can see you

A facemask will keep you from seeing well. Take off your mask before you cross a street

Why not use makeup instead of a mask?

Have a parent or guardian go Trick-or-Treating with you

Only call on homes with lights proches or with exterior lights on

Plan you Trick-or-Treat route ahead of time. Pick Streets that are well-lighted

If you want to participate in Trick-or-Treating, leave your porch or front exterior lights on

Cross only at corners. Never cross the street between parked cars or in the middle of the block

If there is no sidewalks, walk facing traffic

Wait until you get home to sort, check and eat your treats

Halloween fun and safety
Trick or treat is a beloved tradition for many families. To ensure a safe and happy experience, follow these tips.

• Mecklenburg County Park & Rec has lots of Halloween and fall activities scheduled for the entire family. Get a full listing here.
• Check out these tips from the Mecklenburg County Health Department to make Halloween a little healthier.
• CMPD offers these Halloween safety tips for kids and parents.
• When trick or treating, use cross walks, cross at intersections and wear something reflective so cars can see you. The same goes for pre-dawn or after-dark runners and walkers.
• Report any broken street lights by calling 311 or reporting them online.
• Motorists should pay special attention to pedestrians, especially on neighborhood streets after dark on Halloween.

To get the most out of Trick or Treating, be safe and use Good Common Sense. Listed below are some general safety tips.

Be sure your parents know where you are going.

Go with a group or 3 or more people.

If you feel unsafe, take along an adult.

Do NOT ride a bicycle. Your costume could get hung up in it.

Carry a Flash Light.

Walk on a sidewalk.

If a sidewalk is not available, walk on the left side of the road facing traffic.

Cross busy streets at an intersection or cross walk.

Be sure to look both ways (2 times) before crossing the street.

Walk, don't run.

Take off your mask while walking from house to house.

It is a good idea to wear clothing with reflective tape.

If you wear a mask, be sure you can see out of it clearly.

Be very cautious of STRANGERS.

Only stop by houses that have their front porch light on.

Accept treats only in the doorway. NEVER go into the house.

Let your parents check your treats before you eat them.

NEVER eat unwrapped candy, opened candy or fruit given to you on            Halloween.

Halloween fun and safety
Trick or treat is a beloved tradition for many families. To ensure a safe and happy experience, follow these tips.

• Mecklenburg County Park & Rec has lots of Halloween and fall activities scheduled for the entire family. Get a full listing here.
• Check out these tips from the Mecklenburg County Health Department to make Halloween a little healthier.
• CMPD offers these Halloween safety tips for kids and parents.
• The Charlotte Fire Department offers practical ways to avoid ??‹hidden fire hazards this Halloween??‹.??‹
• Walk on sidewalks, not in the street. If there are no sidewalks, walk on the left side of the road, facing traffic.
• Cross streets at crosswalks when available. Look both ways before crossing streets and cross when the lights tell you to cross, after you check for cars in all directions.
• Carry a flashlight, wear clothing with reflective markings or tape, and stay in well-lit areas. Wear a watch you can read in the dark.
• Don't cut across yards or driveways.??‹
• Report any broken street lights by calling 311 or reporting them online.
• Motorists should pay special attention to pedestrians, especially on neighborhood streets after dark on Halloween.