Chief Pace and the Hopkinsville Fire Department would like to would like to remind all citizens of a few safety precautions concerning Halloween.

Tips for Children

• Go only to homes where the lights are on.

• Never trick-or-treat alone. Go with at least two friends.

• Stay in familiar neighborhoods.

• Use adult supervision for young children

• Walk, don't run, from house to house to avoid tripping hazards.

• Look in all directions before crossing the street.

• Walk on sidewalks, not in the street.

• Don't cut across yards or driveways.

• Carry a flashlight to help see and be seen.

• Use reflective tape on candy bags to be better seen by motorists.

• Don't wear masks when walking from house to house so you can see properly.

• Don't pet animals you don't know.

Tips for Adults

• Avoid all unnecessary travel on Halloween evening. If you must drive, drive slowly and watch for small children.

• Older children should know where to reach you and when to be home.

• Remove anything that could be an obstacle from lawns, steps and porches when expecting trick-or-treaters.

• Keep pumpkins with lit candles away from doorsteps where costumes can catch fire.

• Keep indoor jack-o'-lanterns away from curtains or things that could catch fire.

• Plan and discuss the route trick-or-treaters intend to follow.

• Inspect candy before it is eaten. When in doubt, throw it out.