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On Halloween, local neighborhoods will literally be swarming with children, it’s the community’s job to be sure they take their treats home safely. Trick-or-treating, a fun-filled activity that little ghosts and goblins look forward to each Halloween; can quickly turn into a night of horror if someone is hurt.

For motorists, the scariest part of Halloween are children dressed in dark colors and in costumes that cover their eyes while walking the streets at dusk; motorists are often rushed and in a hurry to get to their destination.

Sadly, Halloween is a dangerous night. While excited trick-or-treaters may forget the rules of the road and be oblivious to the hazards, the motoring public must be vigilant.

Let’s make sure that everyone brings home treats, not tragedies on Halloween night.

Follow these simple rules to ensure everyone’s safety:

• Don’t use a cell phones while driving, a single distraction can have deadly consequences
• Drive well below the posted speed limit
• Pay attention to what is happening on sidewalks and roadways; watch for children darting across the street
• Be extra alert when pulling in and out of driveways
• Do not assume children can see you or are paying attention
• Do not pass stopped vehicles in the roadway; they may be dropping children off

Parents should do their part to protect the little ones too:

• Instruct children to stay on sidewalks and to cross at corners and crosswalks
• Give children flashlights, dress them in bright colors, and utilize reflective items
• Accompany children while they trick or treat