Halloween Safety Tips From Warren Township Police Department

WARREN, NJ — The Warren Township Police is offering residents some Halloween safety tips for this trick-or-treating season. Additionally, for those driving police are asking motorists to be extra cautious and look out for pedestrians. Safety is a shared responsibility.

Police are recommending that trick-or-treating take place between 3 and 7 p.m. on Halloween.

Safety tips for trick-or-treaters and pedestrians:

• Keep alert and walk safely. Put electronic devices down, and WALK, don’t run, across the street keeping your eyes (and ears) on the road.
• Always walk on sidewalks and always cross at the marked cross walks. If there are no sidewalks, walk facing traffic as far away from vehicles as possible, and try to cross at a well-lit intersection.
• Kids and adults alike should carry glow sticks or flashlights, as well as wear some type of reflective clothing, to help them see and be seen by drivers. Never assume a driver sees you.
• Watch for cars exiting or backing up from driveways and parking lots. Never “dart” out into the street or cross between parked cars.
• Be predictable. Always follow the rules of the road, and obey all traffic signals/signs.

Safety tips for drivers:

• Drive extra carefully on Halloween and during the Fall evening hours. Take extra time to look for pedestrians at intersections, on medians and on curbs.
• Eliminate any distractions inside your car so you can concentrate on the road and your surroundings.
• Slow down and be especially alert in residential neighborhoods. Children are excited on Halloween and may move in unpredictable ways. Adults may be distracted and not paying attention.

"Our utmost concern is for the safety and well-being of our residents and the children enjoying the holiday. The Warren Township Police Department wishes you a Happy Halloween!" said Chief William Keane.

This press release was produced by the Warren Township. The views expressed here are the author’s own.