Avon Lake Moving Forward With Halloween Trick-or-Treating

AVON LAKE, OH — Avon Lake will move forward with trick-or-treating on Halloween, despite Lorain County's "red" status for COVID-19.

Mayor Greg Zilka said he spoke with Lorain County Health Commissioner David Covell about the event, and what a red rating would mean for trick-or-treating.

"He commented to the mayors and managers at the Zoom call that the event is safe if people are mindful of wearing masks, hand washing and social distancing. Mr. Covell stated that it is fairly safe and infinitely better than a Halloween House party," Zilka said.

Parents and homeowners who are not comfortable with trick-or-treating should not participate. Parents can keep children at home and homeowners can leave their porch lights off if they do not feel safe.

Lorain County, and Ohio overall, has been experiencing a surge of new COVID-19 cases. Avon Lake had 13 new cases last week, up from 8 the week before. Lorain County had 150 new cases last week, up from 92 the week before. And Ohio has been breaking its own records for most COVID-19 cases confirmed in a 24-hour span.

"Please be reminded to wash your hands frequently, practice social distancing and refrain from being part of a large group of people. As we head toward the holidays we must not be lax in our efforts to beat the virus," Zilka said.