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| City releases safety tips for Halloween |
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| News - Spring Hill | |||
| Written by Chase Jordan | |||
| Wednesday, 28 October 2009 07:00 | |||
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Many children will be out trick-or-treating and enjoying other festivities on Saturday. The Spring Hill Police Department and the city officials hope to make the day safe for children, parents and drivers. Chief Mitchell Hofmann said officers will be out patrolling the area. “It’s an exciting time, but make sure you’re always checking for cars,” Hofmann said. “I want to advise drivers to be cautious. The kids get excited and run out into the street, and if you’re not careful you won’t see them.” He also advises children and parents to only approach houses that have the front porch light on and to be aware of their surroundings. “If people see anything suspicious, they should call the police department,” Hofmann said. The city’s Community Development Department released the following tips involving costumes and trick-or-treating. Costumes Use flame-resistant fabrics such as nylon or polyester. The Consumer Product Safety Commission reported that the most serious injuries from Halloween involve burns from flammable costumes and decorations. Homemade costumes should be made from flame-resistant materials. Dry ice can also burn skin. Avoid using flimsy material, baggy sleeves or billowing skirts to minimize the risk of contact with candles or other fire sources. Decorate costumes and bags with reflective tape that will glow from headlight beams. Carry flashlights to see at night and to be seen by others. Wear fitted masks, costumes and shoes to avoid blocked vision, tripping and falling. Swords, knives and other costumes accessories should be flexible and soft. Trick-or-Treating Avoid trick-or-treating alone. Participate in events with groups of people. Examine treats for tampering, choking and other hazards. Use sidewalks or the far edge of the road, facing traffic. Talk to children about not running between parked cars or across lawn furniture or yard decorations to avoid dangerous incidents. Clear obstacles from the path of the door for treak-or-treaters. Keep candle-lit objects, such as pumpkins, away from landings and doorstops, where costumes could brush against the flame. Offer only manufactured and sealed treats.
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