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Press release<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The City of Batavia will observe Halloween activities from 5p.m. to 9p.m. on October 31st only.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Attached are some safety tips for the big night.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Have a Safe and Happy Halloween!!<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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Walk Safely<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u2022 Cross the street at corners, using traffic signals and crosswalks.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u2022 Look left, right and left again when crossing and keep looking as you cross. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u2022 Put electronic devices down and keep heads up and walk, don\u2019t run, across the street.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u2022 Teach children to make eye contact with drivers before crossing in front of them.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u2022 Always walk on sidewalks or paths. If there are no sidewalks, walk facing traffic as far to the left as possible. Children should walk on direct routes with the fewest street crossings.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u2022 Watch for cars that are turning or backing up. Teach children to never dart out into the street or cross between parked cars.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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Trick or Treat With an Adult<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u2022 Children under the age of 12 should not be alone at night without adult supervision. If kids are mature enough to be out without supervision, remind them to stick to familiar areas that are well lit and trick-or-treat in groups. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
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Keep Costumes Both Creative and Safe<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u2022 Decorate costumes and bags with reflective tape or stickers and, if possible, choose light colors.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u2022 Choose face paint and makeup whenever possible instead of masks, which can obstruct a child\u2019s vision.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u2022 Have kids carry glow sticks or flashlights to help them see and be seen by drivers. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u2022 When selecting a costume, make sure it is the right size to prevent trips and falls. Drive Extra Safely on Halloween<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u2022 Slow down and be especially alert in residential neighborhoods. Children are excited on Halloween and may move in unpredictable ways.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u2022 Take extra time to look for kids at intersections, on medians and on curbs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u2022 Enter and exit driveways and alleys slowly and carefully.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u2022 Eliminate any distractions inside your car so you can concentrate on the road and your surroundings.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u2022 Drive slowly, anticipate heavy pedestrian traffic and turn your headlights on earlier in the day to spot children from greater distances.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u2022 Popular trick-or-treating hours are 5:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. so be especially alert for kids during those hours.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
Press release The City of Batavia will observe Halloween activities from 5p.m. to 9p.m. on October 31st only. Attached are some safety tips for the big night. Have a Safe and Happy Halloween!! Walk Safely \u2022 Cross the street at corners, using traffic signals and crosswalks. \u2022 Look left, right \u2026<\/p>\n