PRESS RELEASE
HALLOWEEN
SAFETY
It is Halloween time again and the Seaside Police Department reminds parents to take time to review some safety tips with their children. Take the time to remind your children to:
· Walk, don’t run
· Cross the street only at corners.
· Never cross between parked cars.
· Walk facing the oncoming traffic if there is no sidewalk.
· Always remove masks before crossing street.
· Be aware of cars that may be turning into or backing out of driveways.
· Never go into a stranger’s house.
Parents too have some safety tips to remember including:
· Making sure children’s costumes are made of bright material or include reflector strips on the costume.
· Making sure children are accompanied by an adult and know the route their children will be taking.
· Setting time limits on when children should return home.
· Explaining to children the difference between tricks and vandalism.
· Instructing children NOT to eat treats until they return home and parents have had a chance to inspect those treats.
· If you find a suspicious treat, save it and contact the police department.
Remember, this is an exciting time for children and they may forget some of these safety rules. We all need to do our part to remember SAFETY this Halloween to ensure we make it safe and fun for everyone. HAPPY HALLOWEEN from the Seaside Police Department.
Robert Gross
Chief of Police
Seaside Police Department
738-6311