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Dunwoody Police Share Halloween Safety Tips
Parents should put their child's name and number inside costumes, while kids need to stay with friends or parents. Read more tips below.
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As parents and kids prepare for trick-or-treating and Halloween parties, the Dunwoody Police Department has some safety tips for families.
- Make sure costumes fit and are light or bright colored
- Choose face paint or make-up over mask
- Put childβs name/number inside costume
- Walk, donβt run
- Watch for cars backing out of driveways
- Walk on sidewalks and paths
- Check candy for tampering
- Do not accept homemade treats unless you know they are absolutely safe
- Turn on exterior lights to welcome trick-or-treaters
- Do not light candles around walkways
- Keep walkways clear and well lit
- Drivers: slow down and be alert in and around neighborhoods.
- Stay with friends or parents
- Only approach houses with lights on
- Carry a cell phone and dial 911 if you see anything suspicious
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