Trick-or-Treating will be held on October 31, 2022 from 6:00-8:00 pm in Concord Township. Below are Halloween safety tips from AAA:
Motorists & Partygoers
- Obey all traffic signs and signals. Stop at all stop signs.
- Slow down! A pedestrian is nearly twice as likely to be killed if they’re hit by a car going 30 mph compared to if they’re hit at 25 mph, according to the AAA Foundation for Traffic Safety. Just 5 mph can be the difference between life and death.
- Watch for trick-or-treaters. Be aware that they may not be paying attention to traffic and may cross mid-block or between parked cars. Scan the road ahead.
- Drive sober. Alcohol-impaired drivers make up about a third of all motor vehicle deaths nationally resulting in an average of one death every 45 minutes. Always designate a sober driver or call a cab or ride sharing service.
- See and be seen. Choose disguises that don’t obstruct vision, and opt for non-toxic face paint instead of masks. Carry a flashlight and add reflective tape to costumes or bags.
- Check costumes. Ensure costumes fit well. Check and adjust the length of costumes to prevent tripping.
- Follow road rules. Cross streets only at the corner. Never cross between parked cars or mid-block. If there are no sidewalks, walk on the left side of the road, facing traffic.
- Put electronic devices down. Keep heads up and walk, don’t run, across the street.
- Stay together. An adult should accompany young trick-or-treaters at least until the age of 12. Older children should trick-or-treat in groups. Plan and discuss the route these trick-or-treaters will follow.
Happy Halloween!
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