BONNYVILLE – To ensure that everyone can have a safe and fun Halloween, the Alberta RCMP sharing traffic safety tips to keep in mind while driving this evening.
Don’t drive impaired: This Halloween, if you are going to consume alcohol or drugs, do not get behind the wheel. Make sure you have a safe place to stay or a designated driver to get home.
Expect the unexpected: Make sure you’re being extra cautious and aware of children who may be on sidewalks and streets trick-or-treating.
Keep your eyes on the road: If you’re going to be wearing a costume while driving, make sure that you remove your masks, eye patches, or anything else that might negatively impact your eyesight or cause you to become distracted.
“Every year on Halloween, we can expect to see an increase in foot traffic,” says Insp. Chris Romanchych, Alberta RCMP Traffic.
“It’s important that everyone, drivers and pedestrians, are taking the proper precautions to ensure that we all have safe and happy Halloween.”
Creep it safe
The Alberta RCMP is also reminding parents, trick-or-treaters and all those taking part in any spooky festivities this Halloween to creep it safe with the following tips:
Know where your ghouls and goblins are: Adults taking children trick-or-treating should make sure they know where their little ones are at all times. Make a plan for the evening before heading out. If everyone knows who to call or where to go if they get lost or separated from the group, it can help avoid panic.
Zombies travel in packs: Not only is trick-or-treating in a group fun, but it can also help keep you safe. Larger groups are more visible to motorists and together you can help keep an eye out for things that go bump in the night.
Don’t get caught in the dark: Make sure that you’re visible when crossing the road. Consider carrying a flashlight and adding reflective materials to your costume as an extra safety precaution.
Beware of rotten loot: Always make sure to inspect the candy your children receive and check that the packaging is intact. If you’re out, always keep an eye on your drink, and never take substances from individuals you don’t know or trust.
Even monsters need to follow the rules of the road: If you’re transporting trick-or-treaters, make sure that you’re pulling over where it is safe and legal to do so and do not block traffic or crosswalks. Trick-or-treaters should stick to sidewalks and only cross at designated crosswalks.
By following these tips, we can help everyone to have a safe and fang-tastic Halloween.
