As Halloween rolls around, the
Wisconsin Department of Military Affairs is telling people
“Don’t be scared…Be prepared!”
Halloween Safety Tips
It’s that time of year when
ghosts and witches will be roaming neighborhoods looking for
treats. Before those princesses and superheroes are ready to
start trick-or-treating, ReadyWisconsin has a few tips to help
you and your family have a happy and safe Halloween.
Trick or Treat Rules
Children under the age of 12
should not trick-or-treat alone. In addition, children over the
age of 12 should walk in groups or with a trusted adult.
Children and adults should hold a flashlight or a light stick
and have reflective tape on costumes and bags to help drivers
better see them.
Before eating any Halloween
candy, an adult should examine all treats to check for tampering
and choking hazards. Avoid eating any homemade treats made by
strangers.
Safe Costumes & Decorations
Make sure costumes (including
masks, beards and wigs) are flame resistant. Stay away from
long trailing fabric to prevent falls and wear well-fitting
masks to avoid blocked vision.
Avoid using real candles to
light up jack o’ lanterns. Use flashlights or battery-operated
candles. They are safe to use and will still make your pumpkin
glow, while preventing costumes from catching on fire.
Safety Tips for Motorists
Drivers should watch for
trick-or-treaters walking on roadways, medians and curbs. Know
when your community is holding trick-or-treat hours. Many
communities hold trick-or-treating on the weekend before
Halloween.
For safety information all
year, visit us at
http://readywisconsin.wi.gov
Local Halloween
Trick-or-Treat Times:
Appleton, Tuesday, October 31,
4–8 p.m.
Dale, Saturday, October 28, 3–5 p.m., parade at 2:30 p.m.
Grand Chute, Tuesday, October 31, 4–7 p.m.
Greenville, Tuesday, October 31, 4–7 p.m.
Hortonville, Sunday, October 29, 3–5 p.m., parade at 2:15 p.m.
Winneconne, Tuesday, October 31, 4–6 p.m.
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