Halloween safety tips
Vernon North Okanagan
2023-10-27 12:59 PDT
October 31st is fast approaching and soon little ghouls, goblins, monsters, and superheroes will be scouring our neighbourhoods in search of treats. While it can be a magical evening full of fun and excitement, safety needs to be top priority and the Vernon North Okanagan RCMP want to offer some important safety tips to ensure everyone has a safe and spooktacular evening.
Parents and guardians!
- Plan routes in advance and arrange meeting places and times;
- Remind children to remove masks when moving between houses;
- Review trick-or-treating safety rules with your children before they leave the house;
Trick or treaters!
- Never trick-or-treat alone. Always walk with an adult or a group of friends;
- A flashlight, glow stick, or reflective tape will increase your visibility;
- Never eat any candy until it has been checked by an adult you trust;
- Walk on sidewalks. Walk on the left-hand side of the road facing traffic if there is no sidewalk;
- Cross at crosswalks, watch for vehicles, and never jaywalk;
- Wait outside for treats, never enter a house;
Motorists!
- Remember, kids can get caught up in all the excitement and pedestrian safety may not be at the front of their mind.
- Drive with care and watch for little monsters who may be darting between homes and across roadways hunting for goodies;
- Focus on driving and avoid distractions;
- Slow down in residential neighbourhoods.
Wishing everyone a safe and frightfully fun Halloween!
Released by:
Cst. Chris TerleskiMedia Relations Officer
Vernon North Okanagan RCMP
3402 30th St, Vernon, B.C. V1T 5E5
Office: 250-260-7161
Fax: 250-260-7191
Email:
vernon_media@rcmp-grc.gc.ca
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