Mountain Views News, Combined Edition Saturday, October 28, 2023

HALLOWEEN HAPPENINGS!

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Mountain View News Saturday, October 28, 2023 


50 HALLOWEEN SAFETY TIPS (2023): FOR 
ADULTS, FOR PETS, FOR KIDS, STATISTICS & 
MORE By Sadie Cornelius

8 WAYS TO STAY SAFE ON HALLOWEEN

We’ll get into more specifics, but here are 
eight essential tips for everyone to follow:

Don’t keep candles burning in Jack-o’-lanterns 
or luminaries. Consider using battery-
operated flames.

You might also opt for a safer pumpkin “carving” 
by painting them or decorating them 
with stickers.

Look for flame-resistant costumes, wigs, and 
accessories, and make sure your dress or outfit 
is the proper length and fit, so you don’t 
trip or catch fire.

If applying face paint, be careful around the 
eyes and test for any skin allergies before using 
it.

Avoid using contact lenses that alter the look 
or color of your eyes as they can be hazardous 
to your eye health.

Use a flashlight, LED light, or apply reflective 
tape to your costume to see and be seen by 
others, including cars.

If you wear a mask, test for full visibility out of 
the eye holes and proper breathability.

If your costume requires a sword or weapon, 
do not swing it around, and keep the pointed 
part away from yourself and others.

TOP 4 HALLOWEEN SAFETY TIPS FOR 
KIDS

Clear glass bowl filled with halloween candy.

Follow our candy safety tips to ensure your 
kids are able to enjoy this bowl of candy this 
year!

Little ones should always be our top priority, 
but they are especially vulnerable during this 
time of year. Here are some Halloween safety 
tips for children.

4 HALLOWEEN CANDY SAFETY TIPS 
FOR KIDS

Never let them go inside a home to accept 
candy and keep all little ones supervised at all 
times (never let minors go out trick o’ treating 
solo).

Inspect all candy before eating. Check the 
contents of their bags and buckets for choking 
hazards and make sure candy is all properly 
sealed (throw away anything that’s been 
opened or is not packaged). It’s best to wait 
until you get home to indulge so you have better 
light to properly inspect each item.

Have an allergy-safe Halloween. Review each 
label for any potentially harmful ingredients 
like peanuts, tree nuts, dairy, or gluten.

Brush your teeth before bed. No one wants to 
suffer from a toothache from too much sugar 
or chocolate!

12 HALLOWEEN SAFETY TIPS FOR 
ADULTS

Adults should be equally prepared to ensure 
they don’t get into any Halloween hazards.

When Trick Or Treating

Arm your home alarm system and lock the 
doors, so your valuables are safe while you’re 
out. You can also use the app to check your 
security camera for any suspicious activity.

Stay in neighborhoods that are familiar to 
you.

Use the buddy system and avoid letting anyone 
go out alone.

Start early, and don’t stay out late.

Walk, don’t run, between houses.

Only cross the street at corners or crosswalks 
and look both ways before crossing the street.

Use only sidewalks and clearly lit areas, avoiding 
yards and streets where possible (as to not 
trip or ruin any costumes or yard decor).

Plan your route ahead of time to stay on the 
same side of the street (versus zigzagging back 
and forth).

Don’t split up and plan to have a meeting spot 
in case you get lost.

Only approach homes that have a porch 
light on (or are obviously accepting trick or 
treaters).

Double-check your shoelaces are tied and 
wear shoes that are easy to walk in (e.g., sneakers 
instead of boots with heels).

If inclement weather is in the forecast, consider 
staying home for a virtual party with 
neighbors or friends.

5 HALLOWEEN HOME SECURITY TIPS

Whether you plan to hit the streets or stay in, 
here are some things to keep in mind.

Get a smart doorbell or outdoor security camera 
with night vision to see who’s at the door 
before you open it.

Be careful using sharp knives to carve pumpkins. 
Keep a firm grip on the blade with your 
forefinger and thumb and consider using 
pumpkin-carving tools.

Check the batteries in your smoke detectors 
and test them before you light any candles.

Turn on lights, so they know you’re home and 
accepting guests (or turn them off if you aren’t 
or when you run out of candy).

Keep the entrance well-illuminated, so people 
can see the pathway to your door.

7 WAYS TO SAFELY TRICK OR TREAT

Even though COVID is somewhat under control 
now, it’s important to prevent the spread 
of germs as we head into the winter months 
and cold and flu season.

Ensure everyone has a face covering (such as 
this nifty one with pumpkins!)

Go out only with your immediate family 
members.

If you or a child is not feeling well, stay home 
and don’t go out and about.

Leave candy on the doorstep in a bowl and put 
a sign up that encourages them to take a piece.

Get creative with making a sign that says, 
“Don’t be a witch – take only one bag of candy 
per child.”

Put out a bottle of hand sanitizer next to the 
bowl of candy (but don’t expect that all kids 
will use it).

Hand out individually wrapped candy to prevent 
the spread of germs. Better yet, put candy 
in mini party favor bags and place one bag out 
at a time. Watch through the window or on 
your doorbell camera and, when it’s gone, replenish 
it.

TOP 5 HALLOWEEN SAFETY 
STATISTICS

These stats aren’t meant to scare you from 
having a ghastly time this Halloween, but being 
cognizant of them can help you enjoy the 
night without mishaps.

Children are more than twice as likely to be 
hit by vehicles on Halloween night. Follow our 
street safety tips below to reduce the chance of 
an accident.

Most child pedestrian accidents happen between 
6 and 7 pm.

The largest spike in tree and nut allergy admissions 
to the emergency room (ER) is on 
Halloween night. Double-check the ingredients 
in all your treats before allowing your 
kids to enjoy them.

70% of parents don’t go trick or treating with 
their children. Take the night off and stay 
with your kids at all times, especially if they 
are age 12 or under.

85% of adults bring alcohol to a Halloween 
party. We know parties can be more fun with 
alcohol, but since this night is about your kids, 
consider a n non-alcoholic alternative instead.

5 WAYS TO STAY STREET SAFE

Wear light or reflective colors (you can also 
use reflective tape or stickers on costumes and 
bags), and carry glow sticks or flashlights so 
drivers can more easily see you.

Test your costume and make sure it fits and 
isn’t too long so as to cause trips and falls.

Keep pets in rooms that are secure and away 
from windows at the front of the house where 
they can bark and scare away trick-or-treaters 
(and spook your pup).

If you’re driving, make sure your headlights are 
on so you can spot kids, drive slowly, and stay 
alert.

If you are wearing masks, make sure they fit 
properly and don’t restrict your eyesight.

VIDEO: BRING THE HORROR HOME

Who needs to visit haunted houses when you 
can experience one from the comfort of your 
home? Turn off the lights and turn up the volume 
to have a spooky watching party.

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