Ahead of trick-or-treating Friday night, law enforcement officials are urging parents to take safety precautions.

There are a few simple steps that can help ensure everyone has fun while staying safe during trick-or-treating. Advertisement

Those tips include:

Pedestrian Safety — Young children should always be accompanied by an adult or an older, responsible child. All children should walk, not run. Children should carry a flashlight and should be cautioned against running out from between cars or across lawns.

Costume Check — Help your child pick out their costume. Whether it's specially made or purchased, it should be made of flame-resistant material and have eye holes large enough not to obstruct peripheral vision.

Basic Safety Talk — Use this time to talk about general safety, no

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