With Halloween upon us, the Pennsylvania State Police have released a list of safety tips:
• Welcome trick-or-treaters by turning on your exterior lights.
• Keep costumes short to prevent trips and falls while trick or treating.
• Masks can obstruct a child’s vision, making it dangerous for them to cross streets. You may see them but they may not see you so drive slowly.
• Children should always be accompanied by adult or travel in a group.
• Remind children not to enter a strange house or car.
• Stay on sidewalks or paths rather than taking shortcuts through yards or back alleys.
• Use a flashlight when trick-or-treating.
• Do not approach houses that are not lit.
• Inspect all candy, making sure that it is unopened and in the original wrappers before eating.
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Troopers also are reminding drivers to be alert and watchful for trick or treaters walking the streets.
