The day is almost here! For those who have a little spooky in their hearts or just long for the day's sweet treats, Halloween is a day to anticipate.
However, did you know that children are twice as likely to be fatally injured by a car on Halloween than on any other day of the year?
There's no need to stop the fun to prevent these incidents, though. Here are some tips from safekids.org on how to stay both spooky and safe on Halloween:
- Carry glow sticks or flashlights, use reflective tape or stickers on costumes and bags, and wear light colors to help kids see and be seen by drivers.
- Join kids under age 12 for trick-or-treating.
- Slow down and be alert! Kids are excited on Halloween and may dart into the street.
- Turn on headlights early in the day to spot kids from further away.
- Remind kids to cross the street at corners or crosswalks.
- When selecting a costume, make sure it is the right size to prevent trips and falls. Choose face paint over masks when possible. Masks can limit children’s vision.
As we lose more visibility this time of year in the mornings as well, be extra cautious in school zones. In Bismarck just this week we just had a high school student struck by a car at a cross walk during low light conditions at the start of the day. A little vigilance and slowing down can help prevent incidents like these, especially when it's harder to see this time of year.
So don't forget to slow down and have a fun and safe Halloween this year!
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