Halloween To Be Observed On Sunday, October 31st

Friday, October 22, 2010
Free High Visibility Tape and Safety Tips Offered

The City of Lakewood will observe Halloween Trick-or-Treating between the hours of 6:00 p.m. and 8:00 p.m. on Sunday, October 31, 2010.

The Lakewood Division of Fire is distributing reflective tape for children’s costumes through October 31st at all three Lakewood fire stations between the hours of 10:00 a.m. and 6:00 p.m.

The City offers these safety tips for parents, residents and drivers:

· Parents should encourage their trick-or-treaters to be especially careful after sunset.  If escorting their children, parents should carry a flashlight as an additional safeguard.

· Residents giving out candy and treats can help prevent accidents by reminding children to be especially careful crossing streets and to walk up and down steps, instead of running.

·  Halloween night drivers should be especially vigilant.  Motorists should drive more cautiously and be prepared to stop.

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