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Halloween Safety Tips
Friday, October 28, 2016
Halloween is this Monday, October 31, 2016. Ontario is reminding drivers and pedestrians to be aware and stay safe while trick-or-treating.
Drivers are reminded to follow these safety precautions:
- Be alert and slow down when you see trick-or-treaters
- Avoid any distractions and put down the phone
- Always keep your eyes on the road and hands on the wheel
- Yield to crossing pedestrians, especially when turning.
Parents are encouraged to remind their trick-or-treaters to:
- Be seen - wear costumes with bright fabrics or reflective tape and carry a flashlight with fresh batteries
- Be alert and cautious of their surroundings, especially on roadways
- Always walk - do not run from house to house
- Walk on the sidewalks whenever possible, don't jaywalk and always cross at pedestrian crossovers or marked intersections
- If a sidewalk is unavailable, walk on the left side of the street facing traffic.
You can learn more about this topic in the Settlement.Org article How do I stay safe as a pedestrian?