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Halloween Safety Tips for Drivers

• Be alert for trick-or-treaters on Halloween. Slow down and continue to scan the road in areas.
• On Halloween there will likely be more pedestrians on the roads and in places where they are not expected. Slower speeds save lives.
• Stay alert for pedestrians who may come out from between parked cars or behind bushes. Stop, and wait for them to pass before you continue.
• Don’t look at your phone or any other distraction when you’re driving. Your attention should always be on the road.
• If you see a drunk driver on the road, contact law enforcement and be a good witness.

Halloween Safety Tips for Pedestrians to Trick-or-Treat

• Create a “buddy system” to get each other home safely and prevent walking alone.
• Parents should accompany children younger than 12.
• Children should walk—not run—from house to house.
• Walk on a sidewalk if one is available and use crosswalks. 
• Parents should remind children to look for cars when crossing driveways as well as streets.
• Pedestrians shouldn’t assume they have the right of way, because motorists may not see them.
• Go trick-or-treating before it gets too dark, especially with young children.
• Parents and children should consider choosing costumes that are lighter in color and have reflective material which can make it easier for drivers to see them.
• Avoid costumes that make it more difficult for a child to see, especially ones that include full faced masks.
• Give children a flashlight to walk with in the dark, so they can be more easily seen by drivers. Glow sticks and blinking safety lights can help, too.

Tips for Halloween Party Hosts

• Be a responsible party host and make sure all your guests get home safely.
• Serve plenty of food and provide non-alcoholic beverage options. 
• Collect car keys from guests who are drinking.
• Pre-plan for taxis or rideshares or—if you’re sober—drive guests home yourself.