News Details (Posted: October 30, 2006):

Halloween Safety Tips

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Carlsbad Police Department offers the following Halloween safety tips to help assure a safe and enjoyable Halloween for trick-or-treaters : • Wear make-up rather than a mask. • Trick-or-treat with an adult. • Avoid trick-or-treating alone - stay in groups. • Stay in well-lighted areas. • Walk on sidewalks and cross at corners or lights; do not cross mid-block; use crosswalk traffic controls when available. • Choose safe, comfortable costumes and shoes that do not restrict movement. • Avoid dark-colored costumes. • Use reflective fabric or tape to improve visibility. • Stay in your own neighborhood. • Carry a flashlight or a light stick. • Carry a cellular phone. • Start early in the evening. • Avoid dark areas and houses. • Never enter a home without parental permission, even if in a group. • Plan a Halloween party instead of trick-or-treating. • Avoid candlelights and open flames. • Have parents inspect treats before eating. • Do not eat anything that is not sealed or in its original package. Please report any suspicious activity to Carlsbad Police Department by calling 9-1-1 or the department's 24-hour non-emergency number at 760-931-2197. # # # For more information, contact: Carlsbad Police Department 931-2197