Kids trick-or-treating on Halloween. File photo courtesy of © Can Stock Photo / monkeybusinessKids trick-or-treating on Halloween. File photo courtesy of © Can Stock Photo / monkeybusiness
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Ensure Halloween is fun but safe

Ontario Provincial Police have asked everyone to help make sure Halloween is fun and safe.

Huron County OPP Constable Craig Soldan reminded drivers to use extra caution as little trick-or-treaters head out for Halloween

"Some areas are more well lit than others," he said. "So in the darker areas, definitely on side streets and in the rural areas, we have to be vigilant and be careful and watch for those kids, because the kids are just out having fun, and they're not really maybe thinking about their safety sometimes. So we have to protect them and drive safely."

Soldan advised that trick-or-treaters should make sure they are visible, or carry a flashlight or glowstick.

"We always recommend brighter clothing if possible, and I know that a lot of costumes do include black clothing or darker clothing, so reflective components are nice to have," he explained. "Make sure that the vision for the children is unobstructed, so that they're they can see very clearly where they're walking and running, and make sure the costumes aren't too long, or they would run into a trip hazard."

Children should look both ways before crossing the street, stick to sidewalks and cross walks when they can, and have an adult inspect their candy before they eat it.

"So when the kids come home, parents just make sure you're checking the candy over and the things they receive to make sure it's safe, " Soldan warned. "Especially things like apples and chocolate bars, just make sure the packages aren't contaminated or opened or have been punctured in any way. If you have any doubt just throw it out."

People should also prepare their property by ensuring that walkways and driveways are clear of obstacles and decorations to prevent accidents.

Anyone using candles in pumpkins, should keep them away from flammable materials and never leave them unattended.

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