GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. – The City of Grand Rapids wants families to have a fun and safe Halloween, Monday, Oct. 31. In addition to trick-or-treating on Halloween, there may be other themed events, like trunk-or-treats, sponsored by individual groups, such as neighborhood associations, churches, and other organizations that may occur on other dates.
For those who plan to trick-or-treat or pass out candy on Halloween or at other events, here are safety tips from the Grand Rapids Police Department:
- Recommended trick or treating hours are from 6 to 8 p.m.
- Turn on your front porch light at dusk
- Only visit homes with a lit front porch light
- Trick or treat with a parent or adult chaperone
- Wear light-colored or reflective clothing after dusk
- Carry a flashlight
- Consider going house to house on the same side of the street and then double back on the other side. This will reduce the need to cross the street.
- Walk on sidewalks. If you must walk in the street, walk on the left side facing traffic.
- Do not go into any stranger’s home or car even if you are offered candy
- Do not eat any candy or other food until it has been examined by an adult
- Drivers should be especially aware and observant when driving through residential neighborhoods
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