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Prescott PD Offers Happy Halloween Tips

Thursday, October 30, 2008

Mt. Vernon trick or treating activities:

Mt. Vernon will be closed to vehicle traffic beginning at 4:00 pm until at least 9:00 pm on Friday, October 31. Vehicle traffic will be re-routed for the majority of the evening. There will be a large police presence in the neighborhood this evening to provide safety for those in the area.

Homeowners:

Please keep your lights on and clear walkways of obstacles so your guests won't stumble on your property.

Please confine your pets for their safety and that of your guests.

Please offer only store-bought, securely wrapped treats to your visitors.

Please do not leave candles unattended, especially in pumpkins that may get knocked over by your guests.

Do not invite strangers into your home for any reason.

Report any suspicious activity to Prescott Police Department as soon as possible.

Parents:

Please escort your little ones during their treat collections.

Make sure they are wearing fire-resistant costumes with reflective tape on them.

Utilize costume accessories that are short, soft, flexible, and safe. This applies especially to swords, knives, and toy guns.

Please provide flashlights or glow sticks for your children so they can be seen by others, especially drivers.

Make sure your kids use caution when crossing streets by slowing down and looking both ways. Encourage them to stay on the sidewalks whenever possible.

Make sure kids have communication, such as a cell phone, and utilize the "buddy system". Do not allow children to trick or treat alone.

Ensure older children, without parental escorts, have a pre-set curfew and a pre-determined route.

Instruct your children not to enter anyone's home while trick or treating.

Remind your children to refrain from eating their treats until they are home and it has been checked for safety and lack of tampering.

Drivers:

Please drive with extreme caution this evening. Keep in mind the little ones are very distracted and may not be cautious.

Look for trick or treaters crossing mid-block and running between parked cars.

Keep yours eyes posted for children in dark clothing.

Have a happy and safe Halloween!