With little ghouls and goblins expected to hit the streets Friday night, Mounties in Grande Prairie say Halloween safety should be a high priority for both drivers and pedestrians. .
During this time of year, the nights are getting darker and the roads could possibly be not ideal, this is why it is important for both you and trick-or-treaters to stay safe.
RCMP Public Information Officer Mathew Howell says that there is many ways to stay safe while trick-or-treating during the night.
“Always make sure that your costume is bright and visible, or at least have some visibility strips on your costume so that drivers and others around can see you. Stick to sidewalks and well lit areas avoid zig-zagging across the streets, never enter someone’s home or vehicle, and always try to travel with a group or with a guardian.”
Howell added that even though many houses may be participating in handing-out candy, to make sure you aren’t walking up to every house on the block.
“If you see a house with no lights on, or any decorations don’t go up to the house.”
If you have perhaps out grown the door-to-door fun, and plan on attending any parties, safety should still never be ruled out, says Howell.
“Make sure someone always knows where you are, if you are going to a party it is good to have a parent or someone you trust to know where you are.”
If you do plan on doing any of the Halloween activities, make sure you have an adult check your candy, and of course never drink and drive.
