Drive Safely This Halloween: Vehicle Safety Tips for the Weekend
Halloween is a time for costumes, candy and fun, but it also brings extra safety concerns for drivers. With trick-or-treaters out after dark and Halloween celebrations happening throughout the weekend, it’s important to stay alert and make safe driving a priority.
The North Dakota Safety Council encourages all drivers to slow down, avoid distractions and watch carefully for pedestrians this Halloween.
Watch for Trick-or-Treaters
Children can be unpredictable, especially when they’re excited about trick-or-treating. They may dart into the street, cross between parked vehicles or forget to watch for traffic.
Keep these tips in mind:
- Slow down in residential areas where children may be walking from house to house.
- Watch for pedestrians at intersections, driveways and between parked vehicles.
- Use extra caution after dark when costumes can make children harder to see.
- Check carefully before backing up in driveways and parking lots.
- Yield to pedestrians and allow plenty of time for families to cross safely.
Avoid Distractions Behind the Wheel
A quick text or glance at your phone can take your attention away from the road when you need it most. Put your phone away, set your navigation before leaving and keep your eyes on your surroundings.
With increased pedestrian and vehicle traffic during Halloween weekend, staying focused can help you recognize hazards and react in time.
Have a Safe and Happy Halloween!
Halloween should be filled with treats, not traffic-related scares. By slowing down, staying alert and making responsible choices behind the wheel, we can all help keep our communities safe.
The North Dakota Safety Council wishes you and your family a safe and happy Halloween weekend. Drive carefully and help ensure everyone gets home safely!
