NEWS RELEASE                                             

For Immediate Release
October 17, 2008
Contact: Michele Nicholson
Public Information Officer
  (850) 651-7420

Halloween Safety Tips

Halloween is on a Friday night this year. The Okaloosa County Sheriff's Office recommends "Trick-or-Treat" activities be conducted between the hours of 6:00 - 8:00 on the evening of Friday, October 31.

Here are some suggestions for Halloween safety:

• Select costumes with safety in mind. Avoid masks that restrict vision. Long, flowing costumes may become snagged or cause the wearer to trip.
• Make sure the costume does not impair mobility for safe walking or driving.
• When out at night, carry a flashlight with strong batteries.
• Make certain all materials used in the costume are fire-retardant.
• Trick-or-Treaters should stay in familiar neighborhoods.
• Not everyone participates in Halloween. Bypass houses that are dark and not decorated.
• Children should stay in groups, with an adult or responsible older child present to supervise at all times.
• Carefully inspect all food items prior to consuming them.
• Keep pets indoors.
• Motorists should exercise special caution in residential areas. Adult party goers should make "designated Driver" arrangements if alcohol will be served.

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