The awesome colored leaves in your neighborhood have probably dried out by now and are begging to be stomped on making that great crunching noise. You know what that means – no, not just the end of October – Halloween! Who doesn’t dig dressing up and getting candy? Whether you’re a skeleton, witch or this year’s “it” character have fun and stay safe. Here are some tricks ‘n tips for both the young and the young at heart:
Tricks ‘n Tips For Young People
Plan a route; share the plan with an adult, stick to it
Know your phone number, address and when to call 911
Learn or review CPR skills in case someone is choking
Stay on the sidewalk or left side of the road if they’re no sidewalks
Left, right, left – then cross the street at the proper crosswalks
Don’t wear accessories that will cover your eyes or cause you to possibly trip and fall
Keep away from open fires and candles, costumes can be very flammable – if something should happen: STOP, DROP and ROLL
Carry a flashlight and wear light-colored or reflective clothing
If the light’s not on go on to the next house
Never go into a stranger’s house or apartment
Be aware of who and what’s around you, including animals
Be polite and remember to say “thank you”
Have a trusted adult inspect your goodies before you dig in
Tricks ‘n Tips For the Young at Heart
See Tricks ‘n Tips For Young People
Don’t drink and drive
Wishing all a safe and spooky Halloween!
Sources: American Red Cross and Los Angeles Fire Department
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