Be sure to stay safe this Halloween by using the 10 Red Cross tips below! |
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just one day, little witches, ghosts, pirates and super heroes will take to the
streets for trick or treat fun, and the Palmetto SC Region of the American Red Cross has tips to help everyone stay safe while enjoying
Halloween.
Here are the top ways for parents to keep the kids safe
while getting ready for Trick or Treat.
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Make sure
trick-or-treaters can see and be seen.
o Use face makeup instead
of masks. Masks can make it hard to see.
o Give kids a flashlight to light their way.
o Add reflective tape to costumes and trick-or-treat bags.
o Have everyone wear light-colored clothing.
- Use flame-resistant costumes.
- Plan the trick-or-treat route in advance – make sure adults know where
their children are going. A parent or responsible adult should accompany
young children door-to-door in neighborhoods.
- It’s not only vampires and monsters
people have to look out for. Be cautious around animals, especially dogs.
- Walk, don’t run.
- Only visit homes that have a porch light on. Accept treats at the door
– never go inside.
- Walk only on the sidewalks, not in the street.
o If no sidewalk is available, walk at the edge of the roadway, facing
traffic.
o Look both ways before crossing the street, and cross only at the corner.
o Don’t cut across yards or use alleys.
o Don’t cross between parked cars.
o Use extra caution if driving. The youngsters are excited and may forget to
look both ways before crossing.
·
Make sure a grown-up checks the goodies before eating.
- Make sure to
remove loose candy, open packages and choking hazards.
- Discard any items
with brand names that you are not familiar with.
And finally, for
those planning to welcome trick-or-treaters to their homes, follow these safety
steps:
·
Light the area well so
young visitors can see.
·
Sweep leaves from your
sidewalks and steps. Clear your porch or front yard of obstacles someone could
trip over.
Download the free Red Cross First
Aid App for
instant access to expert advice in case your ghost, goblin or super hero has a
mishap. Use the Emergency App for weather alerts and to let others know you
are safe if severe weather occurs. Find these and all of the Red Cross apps in
smartphone app stores by searching for the American Red Cross or going to redcross.org/apps.
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