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Hawthorne Police Department Traffic Bureau - Halloween Safety Reminder: Let’s Keep Hawthorne Safe this October 31st
Hawthorne Police Department Traffic Bureau - Halloween Safety Reminder: Let’s Keep Hawthorne Safe this October 31st 
Hawthorne Police Department Traffic Bureau - Halloween Safety Reminder
Halloween Safety Alert: Let’s Keep Hawthorne Safe this October 31st!
As Halloween approaches on Thursday, October 31, 2024, the Hawthorne Police Department Traffic Bureau encourages everyone to stay alert and safe, whether walking or driving around town. Please follow these important safety tips to ensure a safe Halloween for all:
Halloween Safety Alert: Let’s Keep Hawthorne Safe this October 31st!
As Halloween approaches on Thursday, October 31, 2024, the Hawthorne Police Department Traffic Bureau encourages everyone to stay alert and safe, whether walking or driving around town. Please follow these important safety tips to ensure a safe Halloween for all:
For Trick-or-Treaters and Pedestrians:
Be Visible: Wear bright costumes, carry flashlights, or add reflective tape to your outfits to stay visible to drivers.
Use Sidewalks and Crosswalks: Walk on sidewalks wherever possible, and always cross streets at designated crosswalks.
Stay Aware: Avoid distractions like phones or music, and stay alert near driveways and intersections.
Travel in Groups: Young children should be accompanied by an adult, and groups are always safer than going alone.
Watch for Moving Cars: Be cautious around parked vehicles, and make eye contact with drivers before crossing.
Use Sidewalks and Crosswalks: Walk on sidewalks wherever possible, and always cross streets at designated crosswalks.
Stay Aware: Avoid distractions like phones or music, and stay alert near driveways and intersections.
Travel in Groups: Young children should be accompanied by an adult, and groups are always safer than going alone.
Watch for Moving Cars: Be cautious around parked vehicles, and make eye contact with drivers before crossing.
For Drivers:
Drive Slowly in Residential Areas: Lower your speed in neighborhoods, especially in areas where trick-or-treaters are likely.
Stay Focused: Avoid distractions and be on the lookout for pedestrians, especially at intersections and in crosswalks.
Expect Sudden Stops or Crossings: Kids may dart across the street, so be prepared for unexpected movement.
Plan for Safe Travel: If you’re celebrating with alcohol, arrange for a sober driver or alternative transportation.
By following these tips, we can all contribute to a safe, fun, and memorable Halloween for everyone in Hawthorne. The Hawthorne Police Department wishes you a spooky yet safe Halloween night!
Be Bright on Halloween Night - Be Seen - Be Safe, and Keep it Fright - Free
Stay Safe, Hawthorne!
Stay Focused: Avoid distractions and be on the lookout for pedestrians, especially at intersections and in crosswalks.
Expect Sudden Stops or Crossings: Kids may dart across the street, so be prepared for unexpected movement.
Plan for Safe Travel: If you’re celebrating with alcohol, arrange for a sober driver or alternative transportation.
By following these tips, we can all contribute to a safe, fun, and memorable Halloween for everyone in Hawthorne. The Hawthorne Police Department wishes you a spooky yet safe Halloween night!
Be Bright on Halloween Night - Be Seen - Be Safe, and Keep it Fright - Free
Stay Safe, Hawthorne!
Address/Location
Borough of Hawthorne NJ
Hawthorne Municipal Complex
Hawthorne, NJ 07506
Contact
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