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Halloween Safety Tips for Parents and Kids

Make sure your kids have a Happy Halloween that's both safe and festive.

Children in Cerritos and Artesia will be out on the trick-or-treat haunt on Wednesday night but to ensure they enjoy a safe and festive night, the city of Cerritos offers the following tips for parents and children:

  • If you do not want your child going trick-or-treating door-to-door, consider other alternatives such as planning a party or attending the city of Cerritos' Halloween festivities at Cerritos Regional Park, or think about going to the trick-or-trunk event at Artesia Park.
  • Pay close attention to the costumes that your children will be wearing. Costumes should be constructed of a fire retardant material and non-restrictive to allow free movement and uninhibited vision. Make sure that masks do not hinder a child's breathing.
  • If a youngster is going to be outside, provide adequate warm clothing under the costume to protect against cold weather.
  • Always remain in familiar territory.
  • When going door-to-door, travel in groups with at least one responsible adult.
  • Use flashlights, "Glo-sticks" or lighted wands to help you see and be seen.
    If a home does not have a porch light turned on, the residents are indicating that they do not want to be disturbed.
  • Use your discretion in determining which homes children should approach.
  • Exercise caution and obey all pedestrian traffic laws. Cross at intersections and consider the existing street lighting. Keep your group together, and remember that children can easily get caught up in the excitement of the evening and may run ahead of the group.
  • Carefully inspect all items received before anything is eaten, and throw away any candy or treat that is not securely wrapped by the manufacturer.
  • Consider only eating candied apples or other homemade treats if you know the person who prepared them.
  • If you will be passing out candy, secure your pets, remove all obstructions from the path to your porch and avoid using any open flame near the door.

Have a safe and happy Halloween everyone!


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