Keeping the Kids Safe at Halloween

Halloween is always an exciting time of year for kids here in Queens.  To help make it as safe as possible, keep these tips in mind:

• Costumes should be bright and reflective.  You can add reflective tape to costumes if they are dark to begin with.  Choose brightly colored trick-or-treat bags to add greater visibility.
• Instead of masks, use makeup and costume hats.  Kids can see better which will help prevent tripping.
• All parts of your child's costume, including wigs and accessories, should be flame-resistant.
• Children should always have an adult guardian with them when they go out to trick-or-treat.  Each adult member of the party should carry a flashlight.
• If you have older children who are going out alone, be sure to discuss their route ahead of time so you know where they will be.  Agree on a specific time for them to be home and give them a cell phone to take with them.
• Pedestrian injuries are the most common injuries on Halloween.  To be safe, stay in a group and only travel on well-lit streets. Stay on sidewalks and do not cut across streets except at corners.

By following these tips, you'll be keeping the kids safe at Halloween so everyone has a fun time.  Happy Halloween, everybody!
 
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