Halloween is one of the most popular nights for children across the state, but Connecticut State Police are asking everyone to be cautions and safe Friday night.
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State police have developed a list of recommendations for safe trick-or-treating this holiday.
Parents are being urged to inspect all candy that children collect at the end of the night and to throw away any that look unsafe.
Unsafe candy would be ones that are unwrapped, partially opened, discolored, or out of the ordinary treats.
State police are also asking parents to check the Connecticut sex offender registry before Halloween night. This way parents can map out their tick-or-treating routes.
Drivers should use caution Friday night and obey all traffic laws, as children will be running from house to house.
Children are urges to follow these instructions while out:
- Wear bright, light-colored or reflective costumes so that motorists see you. Add reflective tape to trick-or-treat bags for increased visibility.
- Carry a flashlight so that you will be seen as you walk from house to house.
- Use caution as you visit houses. Be alert for objects or toys in the walkway or on the porch.
- Never enter anyone’s house or car for a treat.
- Always go trick-or-treating in a group that includes adults; never go out alone.
- Do not eat any treats until you arrive home and your parents inspect all goodies.
- Only collect treats from those you know.
- Always watch for cars as you walk from house to house.
- Do not wear a mask that hinders vision in any way.