Everything You Need To Know For Halloween 2019 In RI: Patch PM

It may be a wet, windy Halloween, but that won't stop scores of little vampires, Fortnite characters and members of the Paw Patrol from donning their raincoats and heading out in search of candy in just a few hours.

For parents, it might be a good idea to bring an extra umbrella, as showers are likely throughout the peak trick-or-treating hours.

Later tonight, strong winds are expected across the state, especially during the overnight hours. Earlier this afternoon, The National Weather Service expanded its high wind warning to cover the entire state from 11 p.m. until 8 a.m. tomorrow.

While many communities in Massachusetts in New Hampshire have chosen to push off trick-or-treating due to inclement weather, Rhode Islanders have chosen to stick it out and head out on Thursday night anyway. In Tiverton, an informal poll by the police department showed the public was overwhelmingly in favor of not rescheduling.

Here's a look at more tips and reminders from the police, Department of Health and more to have a safe, Happy Halloween.

Cranston Police Encourage Safe Trick-Or-Treating

Parents, kids and drivers are all reminded to stay safe this Halloween.

Mosquitos Still A Risk In Rhode Island This Halloween

Rhode Island still hasn't had a hard frost this fall, meaning that mosquito-borne illnesses are still a concern.

For those who haven't yet carved their Halloween pumpkins, consider choosing a PawSox stencil. Anyone who carves a Paws-themed Jack-O-Lantern and posts a photo on social media will receive two free tickets to a PawSox game next April.

If you're planning to buy deeply discounted Halloween candy tomorrow, the Roger Williams Park Zoo asked that you only buy rainforest-safe brands.