Hamden Police Offer Safety Tips For Halloween

Hamden CT

28 October, 2021

1:25 AM

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HAMDEN, CT — The Hamden Police Department is offering residents safety tips for the upcoming Halloween weekend. Read more from the Hamden Police Department below: The Hamden Police Department would like to take this opportunity to wish all of our town residents a happy & safe Halloween. While everyone is out celebrating this upcoming weekend, we would like to remind families and their children of these important safety tips: - Children should wear costumes and/or carry bags with reflective markings & reflective tape. Adults should also wear reflective clothing. Carry a flashlight or glow sticks for increased visibility. - Children should be accompanied by an adult. - Wear costumes that do not obstruct your vision. - Be aware of your surroundings and utilize sidewalks if they are available. - Cross the street at corners, using traffic signals and crosswalks. Look both ways before crossing the street. - All treats should be thoroughly inspected before being consumed. - Never enter a stranger's home and never accept a ride from a stranger. - Parents should be aware of the route that their children are taking. - Drivers should drive slowly and be especially alert in residential neighborhoods. Children are excited on Halloween and may move in unpredictable ways. Some additional Halloween COVID-19 safety tips to consider: - Wear a cloth mask if possible. A costume mask is not a substitute. - Avoid large gatherings if possible. - Utilize hand sanitizer often. Use it after touching objects, including candy. - Providers should distribute candy outdoors and avoid direct contact with trick-or-treaters if feasible. The Hamden Police Department will assign additional patrols throughout town to maintain an increased presence and to help ensure everyone's safety. Happy Halloween!