Short Sweet Tips for a Safe Halloween

University Place, WA, officials emphasize Halloween safety as trick-or-treating approaches. Parents should remind children to wear reflective clothing and carry flashlights to enhance visibility. They should stick to sidewalks and visit homes with porch lights on, avoiding zig-zagging across streets. Motorists must reduce speed and utilize headlights before dusk to protect young pedestrians. Parents are advised to inspect all treats before allowing children to indulge, ensuring safety.

The University Place Police Department urges anyone observing reckless driving to report it immediately by calling 911. This initiative aims to promote a secure environment during a time when community engagement is high. Ensuring children return home by 9 p. m. reinforces safe practices.