Once again, the Bella Coola RCMP are inviting children to visit the detachment on Halloween, Tuesday, Oct. 31.
The bay will be decorated and ready to receive trick-or-treaters from 4 to 7 p.m.
Whether you’re a trick-or-treater or staying home, please consider these safety tips.
Tips for trick-or-treaters
Wear bright coloured costumes and use reflective tape or glow sticks to be more visible to drivers.
- Use a flashlight and stay in well-lit areas.
- Wear make-up instead of a mask. Masks can impair your vision and hearing. If you wear a mask, remove while walking from house to house and crossing streets.
- Always walk on sidewalks.
- Stay on one side of the street. Safely cross the street to the houses on the other side. Do not crisscross back-and-forth.
- Stay on the doorstep or sidewalk. Never go inside the home or car of someone you don’t know.
- Have your guardian check your treats before eating them.
- Be accompanied by a trusted adult.
- Travel in groups if you are unsupervised.
Tips for homeowners
- Keep porch lights or external security lights on.
- Keep doors clear and accessible and avoid decorations that are flammable or pose a tripping hazard.
- Don’t invite children inside your home.
- Only pass out commercially wrapped candy and snacks.
- Keep pets indoors as they may be easily scared by children in costumes.