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Halloween Safety - Ghoulish Safety Guide
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American Red Cross on 10/27/07 08:40:00
 
* Map out the route that you plan to roam, so adults are assured you will find
your way home!
* From the bravest of superheroes to the noblest of knights, please remember to
bring your flashlights!
* If you visit a house where a stranger resides, accept treats at the door and,
please, don't go inside.
* When you get ready to put on your disguise, use face paint instead of masks,
which will cover your eyes.
* Always remember, before you embark, to wear light colored clothing to be seen
in the dark! (And remember to use reflective tape, even on bikes) skateboards
and brooms!)
* Whether you walk, slither or sneak, do it on the sidewalks and not in the
street.
* When going for treats, look both ways before crossing the streets. (And cross
from the corner, too!)
* Wigs, capes and costumes are flammable attire, so avoid open flames to prevent
a fire!
* Use a glow stick instead of a candle so your jack-o-lantern isn't a safety
gamble!
* You may fly on a broom or a space ship from Mars, but please be on the lookout
for drivers in cars! (And don1t hide between parked vehicles).
* Monsters and zombies should stay off the lawn, and only visit homes with their
porch lights turned on!
* You may be dressed as a werewolf, a cat or a frog, but be cautious around
strange animals, especially dogs.
* Have a grown-up inspect your candy when you're done trick-or-treating to
remove open packages and choking hazards before eating.