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The night of ghouls, ghosts, goblins and super hero\u2019s is fast approaching and Lee County Sheriff Mike Scott wants everyone to have a fun-filled evening.<\/p>\nThe night of ghouls, ghosts, goblins and super hero\u2019s is fast approaching and Lee County Sheriff Mike Scott wants everyone to have a fun-filled evening.<\/p>\n
This year Kiwanis Club of Lehigh Acres will be having a Trunk or Treat, at Copperhead Golf Club on Beth Stacey Blvd.<\/p>\n
Below are some safety tips to help you and your children have a safe and fun Halloween!<\/p>\n
Parents and Caregivers<\/p>\n
\u2022 Purchase or make costumes that are light colored and clearly visible to motorists<\/p>\n
\u2022 Decorate (and get the children to help) or trim costumes, \u201cgoody bags,\u201d and other containers with reflective tape that will glow in the beam of a car\u2019s headlights<\/p>\n
\u2022 Reflective tape can be purchased at bicycle, hardware, and sporting goods stores.<\/p>\n
\u2022 Make sure costumes are short enough so they don\u2019t cause children to trip or fall<\/p>\n
\u2022 Children should wear well-fitting, sturdy shoes<\/p>\n
\u2022 Accessorize with flexible props, should be made of cardboard or styrofoam<\/p>\n
\u2022 Tie hats and scarves securely to prevent them from slipping over the child\u2019s eyes<\/p>\n
Children<\/p>\n
\u2022 Carry a flashlight or glow stick<\/p>\n
\u2022 Walk, Don\u2019t Run<\/p>\n
\u2022 Stay on Sidewalks<\/p>\n
\u2022 Obey Traffic Signals<\/p>\n
\u2022 Stay in familiar neighborhoods<\/p>\n
\u2022 Don\u2019t cut across yards or driveways<\/p>\n
\u2022 Make sure costumes don\u2019t drag on the ground<\/p>\n
\u2022 Approach only houses that are lit<\/p>\n
\u2022 Stay away from and don\u2019t pet animals you don\u2019t know<\/p>\n
\u2022 DO NOT EVER go in a stranger\u2019s house for any reason. If a stranger invites you inside, say \u201cno\u201d, get away and tell a trusted adult<\/p>\n
Homeowners<\/p>\n
\u2022 Make sure your yard is clear of such things as ladders, hoses, dog leashes and any other debris that could cause a child to trip<\/p>\n
\u2022 Pets get frightened on Halloween. Put them up to protect them from cars or inadvertently biting a trick- or-treater<\/p>\n
\u2022 If you use candles, place the pumpkins well away from where trick-or-treaters will be walking or standing. Battery operated jack-o\u2019-lantern candles are preferred to a flaming candle<\/p>\n
\u2022 Instead of candy, offer non-food treats; plastic rings, pencils, stickers, erasers or coins<\/p>\n
Motorists<\/p>\n
\u2022 Stay alert<\/p>\n
\u2022 Remember that kids will be excited, and may be trying to visit many houses within a specific time frame. Trick-or-Treaters may suddenly dart into traffic from between parked cars<\/p>\n
\u2022 Be particularly careful where cars are parked along the side of the road<\/p>\n
\u2022 Watch for children walking in the street, especially if there are no sidewalks<\/p>\n
\u2022 Be patient and SLOW DOWN. Give children lots of time to cross the street<\/p>\n
\u2022 Remember kids will be excited and may forget to \u201cstop, look, and listen\u201d<\/p>\n
If going to an adult Halloween party, make sure that you don\u2019t drink and drive. Use a designated driver if alcohol is being consumed.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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