Witches, werewolves, and wall-to-wall candy — what's not to love about Halloween? But while the night is filled with frightful fun, the real scares come from the number of preventable accidents that occur each year. 🧛‍♂️

Before your ghosts and goblins hit the streets for tricks and treats, take a moment to review these essential safety tips. Because nothing ruins a spooky good time like a real emergency.

🧙‍♀️ 1. Witch Way to Cross the Street? 🚸

Before your tiny vampires and princesses head out, remember: kids under 10 should never cross streets alone. According to the American Academy of Pediatrics, most young children don’t yet have the judgment needed to navigate traffic safely.

👁️‍🗨️ Teach them to:

  • Stop at the curb and look left, right, then left again
  • Listen for approaching cars
  • Use crosswalks only
  • Stay close to a trusted adult at all times

Even magical powers won’t protect them from traffic — but careful guidance from you will!

🎭 2. Masks Off, Faces On!

Those monster masks may look cool, but they can limit visibility. Instead, opt for face paint or makeup that doesn’t block their sight or hearing. 🎨

🧡 Bonus safety tip:

  • Add reflective tape or glow sticks to costumes and treat bags
  • Choose bright colors when possible
  • Equip them with a small flashlight or wearable lights

Because the only thing scarier than a zombie is not being able to see them until it’s too late!

🚶‍♂️ 3. No Sidewalk? Walk Like a Zombie — Facing Traffic!

If your trick-or-treat route takes you somewhere without sidewalks, make sure you’re walking on the left side of the road, facing traffic. That way, you see what's coming — and they see you!

🔦 Carry a flashlight pointed down and forward to light your path and signal your presence. Bonus: it helps spot uneven sidewalks and stray candy wrappers.

🔥 4. Fire-Safe Frights

That flickering jack-o’-lantern may look festive, but it can also be a fire hazard — especially near capes, costumes, or crowded porch steps.

👻 Safety checklist:

  • Choose flame-retardant costumes
  • Skip real candles and opt for LED tea lights in pumpkins
  • Teach kids the “Stop, Drop, and Roll” trick (even if they’re dressed as a dragon!)

Better safe than scorched!


🍬 5. The Great Candy Inspection

We know it’s tempting to snack while you stroll, but hold off on the treats until you’re home under good lighting.

Here’s why:

  • You’ll want to check for damaged or unwrapped packaging
  • Avoid anything homemade unless it's from someone you trust
  • Set rules about how much and when they can eat — no one wants a tummy ache after a spooktacular night… especially on a school night!

👹 Bonus tip: Keep a “parent tax” stash for yourself. (You’ve earned it!)

🧡 With a little prep and a lot of common sense, your Halloween night can be more treats than tricks — full of laughter, fun, and glowing jack-o'-lanterns (not ER visits).

🎃 From our haunted house to yours, Happy Halloween! 🎃
Stay safe, stay spooky, and don’t forget to leave the light on for the little monsters!

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