Halloween Safety Tips from the RCMP

Created: Tuesday, 29 October 2024 16:38

Tips for a safe Halloween

October 31, 2024, Barrington, Nova Scotia as Barrington and Shelburne RCMP Detachment are reminding all those who plan on trick-or-treating on Thursday night to be extra cautious. For everyone’s safety, it is important to keep these tips in mind:

Trick-or-treaters:
•Never trick-or-treat alone. Always walk with an adult or a group of friends.
•Make sure you can be seen. Wear reflective, bright colour costumes, or fasten reflective tape toyour costume or bag. Avoid masks that restrict your vision.
•Only visit well-lit houses.
•Don't go into the house for your treats; always wait outside.
•Don't eat any treats until an adult has inspected them.
•Carry a flashlight so you can see where you are going.
•Don't criss-cross the street or run out from between parked cars. Always walk down one side ofthe street, cross at the corner, and then go down the other side.
•Watch for cars pulling out of driveways and backing up.
•Watch for open flames from jack-o-lanterns and displays.
•Don't trample through gardens or bushes. Always use pathways and sidewalks.

Motorists:
•Drivers need to use extra caution on Halloween as streets will be filled with trick-or-treaters.With the excitement of Halloween, children may forget simple pedestrian safety rules.
•Drive slowly in residential areas where children are more likely to be trick-or-treating. Reduceyour speed and stay alert.
•Slow down and proceed with caution when entering and exiting driveways or backing up.
•having a designated driver or a safe ride planned

Homeowners:
•Keep your home and doorway well lit. Clear sidewalks and pathways for safety.
•Avoid using open flames in any displays.

The Barrington and Shelburne RCMP encourages anyone who witnesses or suspects illegal or dangerous behaviour to contact their local police.

Have a happy and safe Halloween!

Contact person:
Cst. Sonia Upshaw
Barrington RCMP
Phone: (902) 637-2325