Halloween Safety Tips

Illustration by Aaron Castrejon

The Glendora Police Department has a few tips on staying safe while trick or treating this Halloween:

Halloween is an exciting night of the year and a particularly special treat for young children.  It is also an important time to be extra vigilant for potential safety hazards.  The Glendora Police Department wants everyone to have a happy, fun and safe Halloween by following these tips:

• For Trick or Treaters and Parents:
  -Plan costumes that are bright and reflective. Make sure that shoes fit well and that costumes are short enough to prevent tripping, entanglement or contact with flame.
  -Avoid wearing masks that obscure vision.
  -Obey traffic signals.
  -Look both ways before crossing the street. Use established crosswalks wherever possible and use caution if you cross between parked cars.
  -Stay on the sidewalks when possible.
  -Stay in familiar neighborhoods.
  -Don’t use electronic devices (texting while walking) when you are crossing the street, pay attention to traffic
  Only go to homes with a porch light on and never enter a home or car for a treat
  Carry a flashlight, carry or wear glow products like glow bracelets or necklaces
• For Motorists:
  -Drive slowly and cautiously.
  -Popular trick-or-treating hours are 5:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. so be especially alert for kids during those hours.
  -Turn your headlights on earlier in the day to spot children from greater distances.
  -Be careful when entering and exiting driveways.
  -Do not use your cellphone to text or make calls while driving
  -Look for children walking on the street, running and darting in between parked vehicles.
  -Never drink alcohol and drive.

—Aaron C.