SERVPRO of Newton Wellesley Shares Halloween Safety

10/5/2022 (Permalink)

More than twice as many children are killed in pedestrian-car crashes between the hours of 4 and 10 PM on Halloween.

More than twice as many children are killed in pedestrian-car crashes between the hours of 4 and 10 PM on Halloween. This is simply because drivers not being aware of their surroundings. (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration).

Kids love this holiday, and for a great reason. However, safety is important for everyone. Here are a few tips to help be safe this holiday:

1. Wear bright clothes. If your costume is dark use reflectors. 
2. Hold onto your child’s hand.
3. Always try to cross crosswalks and be alert. 
4. Look every which way before you do cross the street.
5. Do not jaywalk. 
6. Wait for the car to the first pass where you want to cross.
7. All drivers should stay off their cell phones.
8. If you are partying instead of trick or treating, stay sober or find another ride home.
9. Wait behind other vehicles that are pulled over, because they may be dropping off children.
10. Warn children that they are not to get into the car of anyone they do not know. 
11. Make sure to have fun! 

Above all else, have fun and stay safe. After all, this holiday is met to be fun for free candy. 

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