Halloween is meant to be a night of fun, but if you’re not careful it can quickly turn into a nightmare. Our National Consumer Unit is sharing safety reminders to help keep you and your loved ones safe this spooky season.

1. Walk Safely

Costumes, check. Decorations, check. Now it’s time to make sure you’re walking safely.

According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration , kids are ten times more likely to be hit by a car on Halloween than on any other night of the year.

Parents should choose a trusted adult to accompany young trick-or-treaters. Remind children to walk, don’t run, and use crosswalks , and always look both ways before crossing the street.

For teens, establish a curfew, encourage them to stick together , never enter a stranger’s home, and keep thei

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