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By Brittany amalfi
It’s officially October! This means it’s officially spooky month! I’m sure all of us are get- ting ready to take part in some exciting Halloween-themed ad- ventures, and with October 31st creeping up, it’s time to start planning!
However, with popular, fun- filled events, there comes an awareness that brings on some safety precautions that every- one should keep in mind when it comes to these happenings. In order to keep Halloween a fun and exciting event for all, let’s make sure to follow these safety tips and tricks!
• Plan the day/night! It’s good to have a timeline of everything you’ll be doing on Halloween so you can stick to a routine
• An adult should always ac- company children as they go trick-or-treating or whatever else they might have planned
• For older children, plan a safe and acceptable route
• Talk about the importance of never talking to strangers on Halloween night or ever.
• Always have a cellphone on you in case of emergency
• Wear comfy shoes for all that walking you’re about to do!
• Make an ID card for your
and if you are okay with trick- or-treaters, make sure to keep a light on
• When choosing a costume for children, make sure the material of the costume it flame-resistant and that the clothing fits properly so they
don’t trip or fall
• Always keep a flashlight
on you
• Stay on the sidewalks Make sure to follow these
tips to have a safe and fun Halloween! Now is the time for spooky ghost stories, fun costumes, and lots of candy! It shouldn’t be ruined by not following safety precautions! We all want to have an en- joyable Halloween, and I’m
sure the children and adults of Newfound are going to have some epic costumes and will be prepared for an exciting time! Happy Halloween, everyone!
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• Tell children to not open and consume any treats until they get home and you have taken a good look at them
• Instruct children to travel in well-lit, populated areas and to avoid unfamil- iar/dark areas
• Agree on a specific time that children should return home, and stick to it
• Be aware of surround- ings always
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