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Children are twice as likely to be hit by a car and killed on Halloween than on any other day.
Washington, D.C. – Halloween can be one of the most fun nights of the year for children across America, but for parents, it can be the most nerve-wracking as well. On average, twice as many kids are killed while walking on Halloween than on any other day of the year. By taking just a few simple precautions, kids, parents and drivers can make the night fun and safe.
Walk Safely
- Cross the street at corners, using traffic signals and crosswalks.
Halloween is one of the most exciting nights of the year, and here are a few ways to make safety a part of your plan.
Planning your costume
Children are twice as likely to be hit by a car and killed on Halloween than on any other day
Washington, D.C. – On average, twice as many kids are killed while walking on Halloween than on any other day of the year. But a few simple precautions for kids and drivers can make the night fun and safe.
Our hearts go out to the millions of families who were affected by Hurricane Sandy. We are so grateful to emergency personnel who are working around the clock to make things better.
If there is one thing this “storm of the century” has taught us, it’s the importance of planning ahead and being safe.