Ghosts and goblins are welcome to trick-or-treat through the city of Plymouth neighborhoods during the hours of 5:30-8 p.m.
Halloween Safety Tips From the City of Plymouth E-News:
City of Plymouth Director of Public Safety, Police Chief Al Cox, reminds trick-or-treaters to follow safety rules when crossing streets and only approach houses if porch lights are lit. Below are additional safety tips for kids and parents.
Trick-or-Treaters
§ Avoid strangers.
§ Carry a flashlight and wear a watch you can read in the dark.
§ Don’t go trick-or-treating alone, stay in familiar neighborhoods and only go to homes with a light on.
§ Walk, don't run.
§ Stay on sidewalks (Don't cut across yards or driveways). If there is no sidewalk, walk on the left side of the road facing traffic.
§ Costumes shouldn’t drag on the ground and shoes should fit (even if they don't go with your costume)
§ Don’t let masks obstruct vision while walking from house to house.
§ Wear light-colored clothing or clothing with reflective markings/tape.
§ Don’t pet or go near animals you don't know.
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Parents
§ Have your child eat dinner before setting out - You should know where they are going.
§ Ideally, young children of any age should be accompanied by an adult.
§ Children going out on their own should know where to reach you and when to be home (have them wear a watch).
§ Costumes made of flame-retardant material are best. Remind children not to walk too close to burning items.
§ Although tampering is rare, tell children to bring the candy home to be inspected before consuming anything. WHEN IN DOUBT - THROW IT OUT!
Homeowners
§ If you are handing out treats, please have your porch light on.
§ Clear your yard of such things as ladders, hoses, dog leashes and flowerpots that can trip young ones.
§ Pets can get frightened. Secure them to protect them from cars or inadvertently biting a trick-or-treater.
§ If using candles, place the pumpkin (or other item) well away from where trick-or-treaters will be walking or standing or use battery-powered candles.
§ Avoid letting paper or cloth yard decorations blow into a flaming candle.
