How to play it safe on Halloween

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play it safe on Halloween

Halloween is a fun time to hang out with friends, family, eat candy, enjoy haunted houses, and perform various activities. There are also many things to be aware of and prepare for to make Halloween night safe, for kids, teens, and all ages.

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Step 1

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DON'T BLEND INTO THE DARK.
For the costumes that are really dark and easily blend into the night, carry flashlights, and wear reflector-based footwear. If flashlights seem a little dull for the overall Halloween apparel, carry glow sticks or wear illuminated apparel. Glow sticks come in many forms from jewelry to light sabers and then some. The idea is to be visible to drivers at night when crossing roads
Step 2

STICK TOGETHER.
Stick together in groups of friends or family members. There are many people out on Halloween night. Groups are most likely to be spotted by drivers, are less likely to get lost, and less likely to be singled out by predators or stalkers. Keep cell phones or two-way radios handy in case of emergencies.
Step 3

DON'T GET LOST.
If there are younger trick or treaters out for the first time at night, have them stick close to neighborhood areas. If they are intrigued about a haunted house a few block down from the neighborhood, let them know to give home a call if they want to stray off course. Write down the street name, and ask them if the area is well-populated with other trick or treaters to ensure safety.
Step 4

WATCH OUT FOR CANDY GIVE-AWAYS
Don't accept candy from just anyone handing it out, such as random people on the streets. Advise kids to accept candy only from the houses that they visit. Let them know to not trick or treat from completely dark houses, or houses with porch lights off.
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PSYCHOS TRICK OR TREAT TOO
Watch out for creeps in costumes. Be very aware of your surrounding when out especially at night. It is hard enough to tell if someone is a dangerous individual or threat, which is why it's important to stick in groups, and close to your neighborhood area. Since its Halloween, predators can easily disguise themselves in costumes and blend in. Be aware of individuals that you repeatedly see. Do they look like they're with friends, or holding a bag for candy? Trust your instincts and be careful, especially for the younger ones.
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CANDY INSPECTION
After coming home from collecting a nights worth of treats, sit down and watch a good movie while thoroughly inspecting the candy. Watch for wrappers that look like they've been previously unwrapped or wrappers with holes in them: syringe piercings. If for some reason candy looks suspicious to you, trust your instincts and throw it away.
Halloween is supposed to be a fun event to spend time with friends and family performing various activities, and collecting your favorite treats. Take necessary precautions to stay safe and keep the younger ones safe as well.