Halloween trick or treat will be celebrated in Delaware on Monday, October 31 from 6-8 pm. Here are some tips:

Motorists

    Slow down by at least 5 mph below the posted speed limit.

    Watch for children walking on roadways, medians and curbs.

    Look for children crossing the street. Many may not be paying attention.

    Carefully enter and exit driveways and alleys.

    Turn on your headlights to make yourself more visible – even during daylight hours.

    Broaden your scanning area by looking into yards and front porches.

Parents

    Go with your children, especially if they are under age 12.

    Plan and discuss the route your trick-or-treaters will follow.

    Instruct children to travel only in familiar areas and along established routes.

    Teach children to stop only at well-lit houses and never to enter a stranger’s home.

    Establish a time for children to return home.

    Make sure Halloween costumes are flame-retardant and visible.

Trick-or-Treaters

    Be bright at night – wear retro-reflective tape on costumes and candy buckets.

    Wear disguises that don’t obstruct vision and avoid facemasks.

    Stay on sidewalks and avoid walking in streets if possible.

    If there are no sidewalks, walk on the left side of the road, facing traffic.

    Look both ways and listen for traffic before crossing the street.

    Cross streets only at the corner, and never cross between parked vehicles or mid-block.

    Trick-or-treat in a group if someone older cannot go with you.

    Tell your parents where you are going.