{"id":651,"date":"2016-10-10T20:19:19","date_gmt":"2016-10-10T20:19:19","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/localhost\/wordpress\/?p=69"},"modified":"2020-11-02T13:34:22","modified_gmt":"2020-11-02T19:34:22","slug":"walking-driving-safely-on-halloween","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.drivesafeonline.org\/traffic-school\/walking-driving-safely-on-halloween\/","title":{"rendered":"Walking &#038; Driving Safely on Halloween"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>[et_pb_section fb_built=&#8221;1&#8243; admin_label=&#8221;section&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;3.22&#8243;][et_pb_row admin_label=&#8221;row&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;3.25&#8243; background_size=&#8221;initial&#8221; background_position=&#8221;top_left&#8221; background_repeat=&#8221;repeat&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;4_4&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;3.25&#8243; custom_padding=&#8221;|||&#8221; custom_padding__hover=&#8221;|||&#8221;][et_pb_text admin_label=&#8221;Text&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.6.3&#8243; background_size=&#8221;initial&#8221; background_position=&#8221;top_left&#8221; background_repeat=&#8221;repeat&#8221;]<\/p>\n<p class=\"font_9\" data-reactid=\".0.$SITE_ROOT.$desktop_siteRoot.$PAGES_CONTAINER.$centeredContent.$inlineContent.$SITE_PAGES.$h3cno_DESKTOP.$inlineContent.$comp-idkpo0ib2.$inlineContent.0.$child.$0.$inlineContent.$1.$5.$0.$richTextContainer.2\"><span data-reactid=\".0.$SITE_ROOT.$desktop_siteRoot.$PAGES_CONTAINER.$centeredContent.$inlineContent.$SITE_PAGES.$h3cno_DESKTOP.$inlineContent.$comp-idkpo0ib2.$inlineContent.0.$child.$0.$inlineContent.$1.$5.$0.$richTextContainer.2.0\">Halloween has the\u00a0highest rate of pedestrian fatalities\u00a0of any day in the year, and most of those injured or killed tend to be children, so it\u2019s more important than ever to keep aware on Halloween, both as a driver and as a parent taking your little superheroes and ghouls around the neighborhood. Here are ten tips you can use to keep your family (and others) safe this year from car accidents, whether you\u2019re in or outside the car.<\/span><\/p>\n<h4 class=\"font_6\" data-reactid=\".0.$SITE_ROOT.$desktop_siteRoot.$PAGES_CONTAINER.$centeredContent.$inlineContent.$SITE_PAGES.$h3cno_DESKTOP.$inlineContent.$comp-idkpo0ib2.$inlineContent.0.$child.$0.$inlineContent.$1.$5.$0.$richTextContainer.4\"><span data-reactid=\".0.$SITE_ROOT.$desktop_siteRoot.$PAGES_CONTAINER.$centeredContent.$inlineContent.$SITE_PAGES.$h3cno_DESKTOP.$inlineContent.$comp-idkpo0ib2.$inlineContent.0.$child.$0.$inlineContent.$1.$5.$0.$richTextContainer.4.0\">1.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Wear Bright Colors<\/span><\/h4>\n<p class=\"font_9\" data-reactid=\".0.$SITE_ROOT.$desktop_siteRoot.$PAGES_CONTAINER.$centeredContent.$inlineContent.$SITE_PAGES.$h3cno_DESKTOP.$inlineContent.$comp-idkpo0ib2.$inlineContent.0.$child.$0.$inlineContent.$1.$5.$0.$richTextContainer.5\"><span data-reactid=\".0.$SITE_ROOT.$desktop_siteRoot.$PAGES_CONTAINER.$centeredContent.$inlineContent.$SITE_PAGES.$h3cno_DESKTOP.$inlineContent.$comp-idkpo0ib2.$inlineContent.0.$child.$0.$inlineContent.$1.$5.$0.$richTextContainer.5.0\">Look for costumes that have a bright color scheme if your child wants to dress as a character that will allow for it.<\/span><\/p>\n<h6 class=\"font_6\" data-reactid=\".0.$SITE_ROOT.$desktop_siteRoot.$PAGES_CONTAINER.$centeredContent.$inlineContent.$SITE_PAGES.$h3cno_DESKTOP.$inlineContent.$comp-idkpo0ib2.$inlineContent.0.$child.$0.$inlineContent.$1.$5.$0.$richTextContainer.6\">\u00a0<\/h6>\n<h4 class=\"font_6\" data-reactid=\".0.$SITE_ROOT.$desktop_siteRoot.$PAGES_CONTAINER.$centeredContent.$inlineContent.$SITE_PAGES.$h3cno_DESKTOP.$inlineContent.$comp-idkpo0ib2.$inlineContent.0.$child.$0.$inlineContent.$1.$5.$0.$richTextContainer.7\"><span data-reactid=\".0.$SITE_ROOT.$desktop_siteRoot.$PAGES_CONTAINER.$centeredContent.$inlineContent.$SITE_PAGES.$h3cno_DESKTOP.$inlineContent.$comp-idkpo0ib2.$inlineContent.0.$child.$0.$inlineContent.$1.$5.$0.$richTextContainer.7.0\">2.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Attach Reflective Tape or Patches to Costumes<\/span><\/h4>\n<p class=\"font_9\" data-reactid=\".0.$SITE_ROOT.$desktop_siteRoot.$PAGES_CONTAINER.$centeredContent.$inlineContent.$SITE_PAGES.$h3cno_DESKTOP.$inlineContent.$comp-idkpo0ib2.$inlineContent.0.$child.$0.$inlineContent.$1.$5.$0.$richTextContainer.8\"><span data-reactid=\".0.$SITE_ROOT.$desktop_siteRoot.$PAGES_CONTAINER.$centeredContent.$inlineContent.$SITE_PAGES.$h3cno_DESKTOP.$inlineContent.$comp-idkpo0ib2.$inlineContent.0.$child.$0.$inlineContent.$1.$5.$0.$richTextContainer.8.0\">Vampires and witches and werewolves don\u2019t work well in magenta and construction area orange (unless your child wants to be a construction worker who\u2019s turned into a werewolf!), so find places to attach reflective tape or patches to costumes.<\/span><\/p>\n<h6 class=\"font_6\" data-reactid=\".0.$SITE_ROOT.$desktop_siteRoot.$PAGES_CONTAINER.$centeredContent.$inlineContent.$SITE_PAGES.$h3cno_DESKTOP.$inlineContent.$comp-idkpo0ib2.$inlineContent.0.$child.$0.$inlineContent.$1.$5.$0.$richTextContainer.9\">\u00a0<\/h6>\n<h4 class=\"font_6\" data-reactid=\".0.$SITE_ROOT.$desktop_siteRoot.$PAGES_CONTAINER.$centeredContent.$inlineContent.$SITE_PAGES.$h3cno_DESKTOP.$inlineContent.$comp-idkpo0ib2.$inlineContent.0.$child.$0.$inlineContent.$1.$5.$0.$richTextContainer.a\"><span data-reactid=\".0.$SITE_ROOT.$desktop_siteRoot.$PAGES_CONTAINER.$centeredContent.$inlineContent.$SITE_PAGES.$h3cno_DESKTOP.$inlineContent.$comp-idkpo0ib2.$inlineContent.0.$child.$0.$inlineContent.$1.$5.$0.$richTextContainer.a.0\">3.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Carry Flashlights<\/span><\/h4>\n<p class=\"font_9\" data-reactid=\".0.$SITE_ROOT.$desktop_siteRoot.$PAGES_CONTAINER.$centeredContent.$inlineContent.$SITE_PAGES.$h3cno_DESKTOP.$inlineContent.$comp-idkpo0ib2.$inlineContent.0.$child.$0.$inlineContent.$1.$5.$0.$richTextContainer.b\"><span data-reactid=\".0.$SITE_ROOT.$desktop_siteRoot.$PAGES_CONTAINER.$centeredContent.$inlineContent.$SITE_PAGES.$h3cno_DESKTOP.$inlineContent.$comp-idkpo0ib2.$inlineContent.0.$child.$0.$inlineContent.$1.$5.$0.$richTextContainer.b.0\">Carrying a flashlight or lantern not only keeps children from tripping and hurting themselves or falling into the street, but allows for yet another point of visibility for drivers.<\/span><\/p>\n<h6 class=\"font_6\" data-reactid=\".0.$SITE_ROOT.$desktop_siteRoot.$PAGES_CONTAINER.$centeredContent.$inlineContent.$SITE_PAGES.$h3cno_DESKTOP.$inlineContent.$comp-idkpo0ib2.$inlineContent.0.$child.$0.$inlineContent.$1.$5.$0.$richTextContainer.c\">\u00a0<\/h6>\n<h4 class=\"font_6\" data-reactid=\".0.$SITE_ROOT.$desktop_siteRoot.$PAGES_CONTAINER.$centeredContent.$inlineContent.$SITE_PAGES.$h3cno_DESKTOP.$inlineContent.$comp-idkpo0ib2.$inlineContent.0.$child.$0.$inlineContent.$1.$5.$0.$richTextContainer.d\"><span data-reactid=\".0.$SITE_ROOT.$desktop_siteRoot.$PAGES_CONTAINER.$centeredContent.$inlineContent.$SITE_PAGES.$h3cno_DESKTOP.$inlineContent.$comp-idkpo0ib2.$inlineContent.0.$child.$0.$inlineContent.$1.$5.$0.$richTextContainer.d.0\">4.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Use Face Paint and Wigs Instead of Masks<\/span><\/h4>\n<p class=\"font_9\" data-reactid=\".0.$SITE_ROOT.$desktop_siteRoot.$PAGES_CONTAINER.$centeredContent.$inlineContent.$SITE_PAGES.$h3cno_DESKTOP.$inlineContent.$comp-idkpo0ib2.$inlineContent.0.$child.$0.$inlineContent.$1.$5.$0.$richTextContainer.e\"><span data-reactid=\".0.$SITE_ROOT.$desktop_siteRoot.$PAGES_CONTAINER.$centeredContent.$inlineContent.$SITE_PAGES.$h3cno_DESKTOP.$inlineContent.$comp-idkpo0ib2.$inlineContent.0.$child.$0.$inlineContent.$1.$5.$0.$richTextContainer.e.0\">Masks can significantly reduce visibility, especially the full-face hard plastic masks that come with some less expensive costumes. As people operate with reduced visibility, they can actually become accustomed to it and think they have visibility they don\u2019t, which can cause them to take unnecessary risks. Instead, opt for face paint or prosthetics that stick to the face with spirit gum and won\u2019t inhibit range of vision (for older children).<\/span><\/p>\n<h6 class=\"font_6\" data-reactid=\".0.$SITE_ROOT.$desktop_siteRoot.$PAGES_CONTAINER.$centeredContent.$inlineContent.$SITE_PAGES.$h3cno_DESKTOP.$inlineContent.$comp-idkpo0ib2.$inlineContent.0.$child.$0.$inlineContent.$1.$5.$0.$richTextContainer.f\">\u00a0<\/h6>\n<h4 class=\"font_6\" data-reactid=\".0.$SITE_ROOT.$desktop_siteRoot.$PAGES_CONTAINER.$centeredContent.$inlineContent.$SITE_PAGES.$h3cno_DESKTOP.$inlineContent.$comp-idkpo0ib2.$inlineContent.0.$child.$0.$inlineContent.$1.$5.$0.$richTextContainer.g\"><span data-reactid=\".0.$SITE_ROOT.$desktop_siteRoot.$PAGES_CONTAINER.$centeredContent.$inlineContent.$SITE_PAGES.$h3cno_DESKTOP.$inlineContent.$comp-idkpo0ib2.$inlineContent.0.$child.$0.$inlineContent.$1.$5.$0.$richTextContainer.g.0\">5.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Stay off the Street<\/span><\/h4>\n<p class=\"font_9\" data-reactid=\".0.$SITE_ROOT.$desktop_siteRoot.$PAGES_CONTAINER.$centeredContent.$inlineContent.$SITE_PAGES.$h3cno_DESKTOP.$inlineContent.$comp-idkpo0ib2.$inlineContent.0.$child.$0.$inlineContent.$1.$5.$0.$richTextContainer.h\"><span data-reactid=\".0.$SITE_ROOT.$desktop_siteRoot.$PAGES_CONTAINER.$centeredContent.$inlineContent.$SITE_PAGES.$h3cno_DESKTOP.$inlineContent.$comp-idkpo0ib2.$inlineContent.0.$child.$0.$inlineContent.$1.$5.$0.$richTextContainer.h.0\">If sidewalks are available, use them. If they aren\u2019t, it\u2019s much safer to walk through the outer edge of a neighbor\u2019s yard than in the street.<\/span><\/p>\n<h6 class=\"font_6\" data-reactid=\".0.$SITE_ROOT.$desktop_siteRoot.$PAGES_CONTAINER.$centeredContent.$inlineContent.$SITE_PAGES.$h3cno_DESKTOP.$inlineContent.$comp-idkpo0ib2.$inlineContent.0.$child.$0.$inlineContent.$1.$5.$0.$richTextContainer.i\">\u00a0<\/h6>\n<h4 class=\"font_6\" data-reactid=\".0.$SITE_ROOT.$desktop_siteRoot.$PAGES_CONTAINER.$centeredContent.$inlineContent.$SITE_PAGES.$h3cno_DESKTOP.$inlineContent.$comp-idkpo0ib2.$inlineContent.0.$child.$0.$inlineContent.$1.$5.$0.$richTextContainer.j\"><span data-reactid=\".0.$SITE_ROOT.$desktop_siteRoot.$PAGES_CONTAINER.$centeredContent.$inlineContent.$SITE_PAGES.$h3cno_DESKTOP.$inlineContent.$comp-idkpo0ib2.$inlineContent.0.$child.$0.$inlineContent.$1.$5.$0.$richTextContainer.j.0\">6.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Avoid Walking Between Parked Cars<\/span><\/h4>\n<p class=\"font_9\" data-reactid=\".0.$SITE_ROOT.$desktop_siteRoot.$PAGES_CONTAINER.$centeredContent.$inlineContent.$SITE_PAGES.$h3cno_DESKTOP.$inlineContent.$comp-idkpo0ib2.$inlineContent.0.$child.$0.$inlineContent.$1.$5.$0.$richTextContainer.k\"><span data-reactid=\".0.$SITE_ROOT.$desktop_siteRoot.$PAGES_CONTAINER.$centeredContent.$inlineContent.$SITE_PAGES.$h3cno_DESKTOP.$inlineContent.$comp-idkpo0ib2.$inlineContent.0.$child.$0.$inlineContent.$1.$5.$0.$richTextContainer.k.0\">Walking out from between parked cars can be risky in the middle of the day, but at night it can easily become deadly, especially with increased night traffic during the holiday. Opt to walk trick-or-treaters to the corner to cross the street instead.<\/span><\/p>\n<h6 class=\"font_6\" data-reactid=\".0.$SITE_ROOT.$desktop_siteRoot.$PAGES_CONTAINER.$centeredContent.$inlineContent.$SITE_PAGES.$h3cno_DESKTOP.$inlineContent.$comp-idkpo0ib2.$inlineContent.0.$child.$0.$inlineContent.$1.$5.$0.$richTextContainer.l\">\u00a0<\/h6>\n<h4 class=\"font_6\" data-reactid=\".0.$SITE_ROOT.$desktop_siteRoot.$PAGES_CONTAINER.$centeredContent.$inlineContent.$SITE_PAGES.$h3cno_DESKTOP.$inlineContent.$comp-idkpo0ib2.$inlineContent.0.$child.$0.$inlineContent.$1.$5.$0.$richTextContainer.m\"><span data-reactid=\".0.$SITE_ROOT.$desktop_siteRoot.$PAGES_CONTAINER.$centeredContent.$inlineContent.$SITE_PAGES.$h3cno_DESKTOP.$inlineContent.$comp-idkpo0ib2.$inlineContent.0.$child.$0.$inlineContent.$1.$5.$0.$richTextContainer.m.0\">7.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Travel in a Group<\/span><\/h4>\n<p class=\"font_9\" data-reactid=\".0.$SITE_ROOT.$desktop_siteRoot.$PAGES_CONTAINER.$centeredContent.$inlineContent.$SITE_PAGES.$h3cno_DESKTOP.$inlineContent.$comp-idkpo0ib2.$inlineContent.0.$child.$0.$inlineContent.$1.$5.$0.$richTextContainer.n\"><span data-reactid=\".0.$SITE_ROOT.$desktop_siteRoot.$PAGES_CONTAINER.$centeredContent.$inlineContent.$SITE_PAGES.$h3cno_DESKTOP.$inlineContent.$comp-idkpo0ib2.$inlineContent.0.$child.$0.$inlineContent.$1.$5.$0.$richTextContainer.n.0\">Not only will kids have more fun traveling together, but traveling in a group increases your visibility to cars driving through the neighborhood. Having a larger group with a few adult chaperones also means extra pairs of eyes to keep an eye on children who might be lagging behind or wandering into the street.<\/span><\/p>\n<h4 class=\"font_6\" data-reactid=\".0.$SITE_ROOT.$desktop_siteRoot.$PAGES_CONTAINER.$centeredContent.$inlineContent.$SITE_PAGES.$h3cno_DESKTOP.$inlineContent.$comp-idkpo0ib2.$inlineContent.0.$child.$0.$inlineContent.$1.$5.$0.$richTextContainer.o\">\u00a0<\/h4>\n<h4 class=\"font_6\" data-reactid=\".0.$SITE_ROOT.$desktop_siteRoot.$PAGES_CONTAINER.$centeredContent.$inlineContent.$SITE_PAGES.$h3cno_DESKTOP.$inlineContent.$comp-idkpo0ib2.$inlineContent.0.$child.$0.$inlineContent.$1.$5.$0.$richTextContainer.p\"><span data-reactid=\".0.$SITE_ROOT.$desktop_siteRoot.$PAGES_CONTAINER.$centeredContent.$inlineContent.$SITE_PAGES.$h3cno_DESKTOP.$inlineContent.$comp-idkpo0ib2.$inlineContent.0.$child.$0.$inlineContent.$1.$5.$0.$richTextContainer.p.0\">8.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Remind Kids of the Rules Before Leaving<\/span><\/h4>\n<p class=\"font_9\" data-reactid=\".0.$SITE_ROOT.$desktop_siteRoot.$PAGES_CONTAINER.$centeredContent.$inlineContent.$SITE_PAGES.$h3cno_DESKTOP.$inlineContent.$comp-idkpo0ib2.$inlineContent.0.$child.$0.$inlineContent.$1.$5.$0.$richTextContainer.q\"><span data-reactid=\".0.$SITE_ROOT.$desktop_siteRoot.$PAGES_CONTAINER.$centeredContent.$inlineContent.$SITE_PAGES.$h3cno_DESKTOP.$inlineContent.$comp-idkpo0ib2.$inlineContent.0.$child.$0.$inlineContent.$1.$5.$0.$richTextContainer.q.0\">Most children are told repeatedly \u201clook both ways when you cross the street\u201d or \u201chold my hand when we\u2019re near the road,\u201d but it\u2019s easy to forget in the fun of Halloween night. Before taking children out, sit down with them and remind them of the basic rules for walking on the street around traffic.<\/span><\/p>\n<h6 class=\"font_6\" data-reactid=\".0.$SITE_ROOT.$desktop_siteRoot.$PAGES_CONTAINER.$centeredContent.$inlineContent.$SITE_PAGES.$h3cno_DESKTOP.$inlineContent.$comp-idkpo0ib2.$inlineContent.0.$child.$0.$inlineContent.$1.$5.$0.$richTextContainer.r\">\u00a0<\/h6>\n<h4 class=\"font_6\" data-reactid=\".0.$SITE_ROOT.$desktop_siteRoot.$PAGES_CONTAINER.$centeredContent.$inlineContent.$SITE_PAGES.$h3cno_DESKTOP.$inlineContent.$comp-idkpo0ib2.$inlineContent.0.$child.$0.$inlineContent.$1.$5.$0.$richTextContainer.s\"><span data-reactid=\".0.$SITE_ROOT.$desktop_siteRoot.$PAGES_CONTAINER.$centeredContent.$inlineContent.$SITE_PAGES.$h3cno_DESKTOP.$inlineContent.$comp-idkpo0ib2.$inlineContent.0.$child.$0.$inlineContent.$1.$5.$0.$richTextContainer.s.0\">9.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Avoid Excessive Alcohol Use<\/span><\/h4>\n<p class=\"font_9\" data-reactid=\".0.$SITE_ROOT.$desktop_siteRoot.$PAGES_CONTAINER.$centeredContent.$inlineContent.$SITE_PAGES.$h3cno_DESKTOP.$inlineContent.$comp-idkpo0ib2.$inlineContent.0.$child.$0.$inlineContent.$1.$5.$0.$richTextContainer.t\"><span data-reactid=\".0.$SITE_ROOT.$desktop_siteRoot.$PAGES_CONTAINER.$centeredContent.$inlineContent.$SITE_PAGES.$h3cno_DESKTOP.$inlineContent.$comp-idkpo0ib2.$inlineContent.0.$child.$0.$inlineContent.$1.$5.$0.$richTextContainer.t.0\">This applies both to drivers and pedestrians on Halloween. Alcohol is often a centerpiece of many Halloween celebrations, but with all the extra activity around especially in neighborhoods, your alertness, particularly as a driver, is vital to avoid a tragic end to the night.<\/span><\/p>\n<h4 class=\"font_6\" data-reactid=\".0.$SITE_ROOT.$desktop_siteRoot.$PAGES_CONTAINER.$centeredContent.$inlineContent.$SITE_PAGES.$h3cno_DESKTOP.$inlineContent.$comp-idkpo0ib2.$inlineContent.0.$child.$0.$inlineContent.$1.$5.$0.$richTextContainer.v\"><span data-reactid=\".0.$SITE_ROOT.$desktop_siteRoot.$PAGES_CONTAINER.$centeredContent.$inlineContent.$SITE_PAGES.$h3cno_DESKTOP.$inlineContent.$comp-idkpo0ib2.$inlineContent.0.$child.$0.$inlineContent.$1.$5.$0.$richTextContainer.v.0\">10. Drive Extra Slow in Neighborhoods (or avoid them when possible)<\/span><\/h4>\n<p class=\"font_9\" data-reactid=\".0.$SITE_ROOT.$desktop_siteRoot.$PAGES_CONTAINER.$centeredContent.$inlineContent.$SITE_PAGES.$h3cno_DESKTOP.$inlineContent.$comp-idkpo0ib2.$inlineContent.0.$child.$0.$inlineContent.$1.$5.$0.$richTextContainer.w\"><span data-reactid=\".0.$SITE_ROOT.$desktop_siteRoot.$PAGES_CONTAINER.$centeredContent.$inlineContent.$SITE_PAGES.$h3cno_DESKTOP.$inlineContent.$comp-idkpo0ib2.$inlineContent.0.$child.$0.$inlineContent.$1.$5.$0.$richTextContainer.w.0\">Neighborhoods are going to be particularly active on Halloween, and children will be the majority of those out and about, so it\u2019s particularly important to slow down significantly when driving in neighborhoods on Halloween night<\/span><\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Halloween has the\u00a0highest rate of pedestrian fatalities\u00a0of any day in the year, and most of those injured or killed tend to be children, so it\u2019s more important than ever to keep aware on Halloween, both as a driver and as a parent taking your little superheroes and ghouls around the neighborhood. Here are ten tips [&hellip;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":7,"featured_media":125,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_et_pb_use_builder":"on","_et_pb_old_content":"<p class=\"font_9\" data-reactid=\".0.$SITE_ROOT.$desktop_siteRoot.$PAGES_CONTAINER.$centeredContent.$inlineContent.$SITE_PAGES.$h3cno_DESKTOP.$inlineContent.$comp-idkpo0ib2.$inlineContent.0.$child.$0.$inlineContent.$1.$5.$0.$richTextContainer.2\"><span data-reactid=\".0.$SITE_ROOT.$desktop_siteRoot.$PAGES_CONTAINER.$centeredContent.$inlineContent.$SITE_PAGES.$h3cno_DESKTOP.$inlineContent.$comp-idkpo0ib2.$inlineContent.0.$child.$0.$inlineContent.$1.$5.$0.$richTextContainer.2.0\">Halloween has the\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/republicanherald.com\/news\/statistics-show-halloween-has-the-highest-rate-of-pedestrian-fatalities-1.1396490\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" data-content=\"https:\/\/republicanherald.com\/news\/statistics-show-halloween-has-the-highest-rate-of-pedestrian-fatalities-1.1396490\" data-type=\"external\" data-reactid=\".0.$SITE_ROOT.$desktop_siteRoot.$PAGES_CONTAINER.$centeredContent.$inlineContent.$SITE_PAGES.$h3cno_DESKTOP.$inlineContent.$comp-idkpo0ib2.$inlineContent.0.$child.$0.$inlineContent.$1.$5.$0.$richTextContainer.2.0.1.0\">highest rate of pedestrian fatalities<\/a>\u00a0of any day in the year, and most of those injured or killed tend to be children, so it\u2019s more important than ever to keep aware on Halloween, both as a driver and as a parent taking your little superheroes and ghouls around the neighborhood. Here are ten tips you can use to keep your family (and others) safe this year from car accidents, whether you\u2019re in or outside the car.<\/span><\/p>\r\n\r\n<h4 class=\"font_6\" data-reactid=\".0.$SITE_ROOT.$desktop_siteRoot.$PAGES_CONTAINER.$centeredContent.$inlineContent.$SITE_PAGES.$h3cno_DESKTOP.$inlineContent.$comp-idkpo0ib2.$inlineContent.0.$child.$0.$inlineContent.$1.$5.$0.$richTextContainer.4\"><span data-reactid=\".0.$SITE_ROOT.$desktop_siteRoot.$PAGES_CONTAINER.$centeredContent.$inlineContent.$SITE_PAGES.$h3cno_DESKTOP.$inlineContent.$comp-idkpo0ib2.$inlineContent.0.$child.$0.$inlineContent.$1.$5.$0.$richTextContainer.4.0\">1.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Wear Bright Colors<\/span><\/h4>\r\n<p class=\"font_9\" data-reactid=\".0.$SITE_ROOT.$desktop_siteRoot.$PAGES_CONTAINER.$centeredContent.$inlineContent.$SITE_PAGES.$h3cno_DESKTOP.$inlineContent.$comp-idkpo0ib2.$inlineContent.0.$child.$0.$inlineContent.$1.$5.$0.$richTextContainer.5\"><span data-reactid=\".0.$SITE_ROOT.$desktop_siteRoot.$PAGES_CONTAINER.$centeredContent.$inlineContent.$SITE_PAGES.$h3cno_DESKTOP.$inlineContent.$comp-idkpo0ib2.$inlineContent.0.$child.$0.$inlineContent.$1.$5.$0.$richTextContainer.5.0\">Look for costumes that have a bright color scheme if your child wants to dress as a character that will allow for it.<\/span><\/p>\r\n\r\n<h6 class=\"font_6\" data-reactid=\".0.$SITE_ROOT.$desktop_siteRoot.$PAGES_CONTAINER.$centeredContent.$inlineContent.$SITE_PAGES.$h3cno_DESKTOP.$inlineContent.$comp-idkpo0ib2.$inlineContent.0.$child.$0.$inlineContent.$1.$5.$0.$richTextContainer.6\"><\/h6>\r\n<h4 class=\"font_6\" data-reactid=\".0.$SITE_ROOT.$desktop_siteRoot.$PAGES_CONTAINER.$centeredContent.$inlineContent.$SITE_PAGES.$h3cno_DESKTOP.$inlineContent.$comp-idkpo0ib2.$inlineContent.0.$child.$0.$inlineContent.$1.$5.$0.$richTextContainer.7\"><span data-reactid=\".0.$SITE_ROOT.$desktop_siteRoot.$PAGES_CONTAINER.$centeredContent.$inlineContent.$SITE_PAGES.$h3cno_DESKTOP.$inlineContent.$comp-idkpo0ib2.$inlineContent.0.$child.$0.$inlineContent.$1.$5.$0.$richTextContainer.7.0\">2.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Attach Reflective Tape or Patches to Costumes<\/span><\/h4>\r\n<p class=\"font_9\" data-reactid=\".0.$SITE_ROOT.$desktop_siteRoot.$PAGES_CONTAINER.$centeredContent.$inlineContent.$SITE_PAGES.$h3cno_DESKTOP.$inlineContent.$comp-idkpo0ib2.$inlineContent.0.$child.$0.$inlineContent.$1.$5.$0.$richTextContainer.8\"><span data-reactid=\".0.$SITE_ROOT.$desktop_siteRoot.$PAGES_CONTAINER.$centeredContent.$inlineContent.$SITE_PAGES.$h3cno_DESKTOP.$inlineContent.$comp-idkpo0ib2.$inlineContent.0.$child.$0.$inlineContent.$1.$5.$0.$richTextContainer.8.0\">Vampires and witches and werewolves don\u2019t work well in magenta and construction area orange (unless your child wants to be a construction worker who\u2019s turned into a werewolf!), so find places 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data-reactid=\".0.$SITE_ROOT.$desktop_siteRoot.$PAGES_CONTAINER.$centeredContent.$inlineContent.$SITE_PAGES.$h3cno_DESKTOP.$inlineContent.$comp-idkpo0ib2.$inlineContent.0.$child.$0.$inlineContent.$1.$5.$0.$richTextContainer.b\"><span data-reactid=\".0.$SITE_ROOT.$desktop_siteRoot.$PAGES_CONTAINER.$centeredContent.$inlineContent.$SITE_PAGES.$h3cno_DESKTOP.$inlineContent.$comp-idkpo0ib2.$inlineContent.0.$child.$0.$inlineContent.$1.$5.$0.$richTextContainer.b.0\">Carrying a flashlight or lantern not only keeps children from tripping and hurting themselves or falling into the street, but allows for yet another point of visibility for drivers.<\/span><\/p>\r\n\r\n<h6 class=\"font_6\" data-reactid=\".0.$SITE_ROOT.$desktop_siteRoot.$PAGES_CONTAINER.$centeredContent.$inlineContent.$SITE_PAGES.$h3cno_DESKTOP.$inlineContent.$comp-idkpo0ib2.$inlineContent.0.$child.$0.$inlineContent.$1.$5.$0.$richTextContainer.c\"><\/h6>\r\n<h4 class=\"font_6\" data-reactid=\".0.$SITE_ROOT.$desktop_siteRoot.$PAGES_CONTAINER.$centeredContent.$inlineContent.$SITE_PAGES.$h3cno_DESKTOP.$inlineContent.$comp-idkpo0ib2.$inlineContent.0.$child.$0.$inlineContent.$1.$5.$0.$richTextContainer.d\"><span data-reactid=\".0.$SITE_ROOT.$desktop_siteRoot.$PAGES_CONTAINER.$centeredContent.$inlineContent.$SITE_PAGES.$h3cno_DESKTOP.$inlineContent.$comp-idkpo0ib2.$inlineContent.0.$child.$0.$inlineContent.$1.$5.$0.$richTextContainer.d.0\">4.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Use Face Paint and Wigs Instead of Masks<\/span><\/h4>\r\n<p class=\"font_9\" data-reactid=\".0.$SITE_ROOT.$desktop_siteRoot.$PAGES_CONTAINER.$centeredContent.$inlineContent.$SITE_PAGES.$h3cno_DESKTOP.$inlineContent.$comp-idkpo0ib2.$inlineContent.0.$child.$0.$inlineContent.$1.$5.$0.$richTextContainer.e\"><span 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Opt to walk trick-or-treaters to the corner to cross the street instead.<\/span><\/p>\r\n\r\n<h6 class=\"font_6\" data-reactid=\".0.$SITE_ROOT.$desktop_siteRoot.$PAGES_CONTAINER.$centeredContent.$inlineContent.$SITE_PAGES.$h3cno_DESKTOP.$inlineContent.$comp-idkpo0ib2.$inlineContent.0.$child.$0.$inlineContent.$1.$5.$0.$richTextContainer.l\"><\/h6>\r\n<h4 class=\"font_6\" data-reactid=\".0.$SITE_ROOT.$desktop_siteRoot.$PAGES_CONTAINER.$centeredContent.$inlineContent.$SITE_PAGES.$h3cno_DESKTOP.$inlineContent.$comp-idkpo0ib2.$inlineContent.0.$child.$0.$inlineContent.$1.$5.$0.$richTextContainer.m\"><span data-reactid=\".0.$SITE_ROOT.$desktop_siteRoot.$PAGES_CONTAINER.$centeredContent.$inlineContent.$SITE_PAGES.$h3cno_DESKTOP.$inlineContent.$comp-idkpo0ib2.$inlineContent.0.$child.$0.$inlineContent.$1.$5.$0.$richTextContainer.m.0\">7.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Travel in a Group<\/span><\/h4>\r\n<p class=\"font_9\" data-reactid=\".0.$SITE_ROOT.$desktop_siteRoot.$PAGES_CONTAINER.$centeredContent.$inlineContent.$SITE_PAGES.$h3cno_DESKTOP.$inlineContent.$comp-idkpo0ib2.$inlineContent.0.$child.$0.$inlineContent.$1.$5.$0.$richTextContainer.n\"><span data-reactid=\".0.$SITE_ROOT.$desktop_siteRoot.$PAGES_CONTAINER.$centeredContent.$inlineContent.$SITE_PAGES.$h3cno_DESKTOP.$inlineContent.$comp-idkpo0ib2.$inlineContent.0.$child.$0.$inlineContent.$1.$5.$0.$richTextContainer.n.0\">Not only will kids have more fun traveling together, but traveling in a group increases your visibility to cars driving through the neighborhood. 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