As children across the Peace Region are put the finishing touches on their Halloween costumes, the RCMP are sharing tips to keep trick-or-treaters safe.
Police are warning motorists to be extra cautious on Halloween night. Mounties say that exited, young trick-or-treaters do not know the rules of the road and can suddenly dart out into traffic.
The Insurance Corporation of BC says that roughly 800 crashes happen every Halloween in BC, injuring more than 200 people.
Some other tips to help keep trick-or-treaters safe on Halloween:
- Inform your parent(s) or guardian(s) of your route, companions and return time;
- Carry a cellphone in case plans change;
- Follow pedestrian rules: look both ways, walk instead of running and cross streets at intersections;
- Complete trick-or-treating on one side of the street before crossing to the other;
- Wear bright, reflective clothing to enhance visibility to drivers;
- Avoid shortcuts through alleys, lanes or private properties;
- Stay in well-lit, busy areas and carry a flashlight;
- Never enter a house or car while trick-or-treating; and
- Trust your instincts; if something feels off, walk away and contact a parent or trusted adult
With files from Melissa Gilligan, Digital Producer, CTV News Calgary