It’s that time of the year again, a time for dressing up and stuffing yourself with candy. With Halloween comes danger, like the fact that the holiday is to go up to strangers’ doors and ask for candy. To stay safe you should follow some simple rules and carry some supplies. Some things you should carry on Halloween are whistles, flash lights or glow sticks.
To start, before you leave you should share your location to at least two people. This will ensure that if something happens a trusted person knows where you are. You should also text a parent or guardian and tell them where you will be and what time you will be home.
One thing you should not do is go with a stranger. I know this one sounds kind of obvious but some people do go with strangers. If you do get approached by a stranger and they are aggressive or make you feel uncomfortable, blow your whistle. Blowing your whistle will bring attention to you.
I would recommend going out on Halloween with a friend and not by yourself. Not to sound like an elementary teacher, but the buddy system works. Being with someone else is always better than being by yourself, and it is also safer for both you and them.
Another thing you should do is stay out of dark areas and try to stay around a group of people. Staying around people is safer so you don’t get lost and you can stay safe. If you are walking on the sidewalk, walk under street lights so you can see. If it is dark you should use your flashlight.
If you know that there will be a lot of people around and you are with a friend, to prevent you from getting lost or separated you can take a glow stick and wrap it around your bag. If you do get lost, that will help recognize you or your friend.
You should also know that houses with lights on means it’s okay to knock on their house or that they’re passing out candy. If you are walking on a street with cars, look both ways and make sure the car comes to a stop before crossing the street. You should also always be aware of your surroundings to ensure safety. One thing you should never do is take unknown substances and don’t eat any candy that looks open or unusual.