Costumes

• Choose costumes that are made of flame-retardant materials.
• Costumes should be light, bright, and clearly visible to motorists.
• Use strips of reflective tape to help make children visible.
• Remove masks or any item that limits eyesight before crossing a street, driveway, or alley.
• Avoid tripping by making sure costumes don't drag the ground.

Trick or Treating

• Never trick or treat alone. Go with an adult.
• Only go to homes with a porch light on.
• If no sidewalk is available, walk at the farthest edge of the roadway facing traffic.
• Stay in familiar neighborhoods.
• Do not enter homes or apartments without adult supervision.
• Don't pet animals you do not know.
• Walk - do not run - from house to house. Don't cross yards or lawns where unseen objects or uneven terrain can present tripping hazards.
• Carry flashlights to help children see better and be seen more clearly.
• Older children should carry a cell phone to call home if necessary.
• Look in all directions before crossing the street.
• Use reflective tape on candy bags to be more visible to motorists.

Motorists

• Avoid traveling on Halloween evening. If you must drive, please drive slowly, carefully, and watch for children.
• Enter and exit driveways with extreme caution.

Tips for Adults

• Pin a piece of paper to your child's clothing that includes their name, address, and phone number in case they become separated from the group.
• Older children should know where and how to reach you and when they are expected to be home.
• When expecting trick-or-treaters, remove anything that could be an obstacle from lawns, steps, and porches.
• Keep pumpkins and hot electric lamps away from drapes, decorations, flammable materials, or areas where children will be standing or walking.
• Don't overload electrical outlets with lighting or special effects.
• If you notice any suspicious or unlawful activity contact law enforcement immediately.
• Adult partygoers should establish a designated driver.