Warnings for Roseville Drivers During Halloween
- There will be many children out trick-or-treating Saturday night.
- Drive a car buzzed, drunk, or impaired in Roseville and you’ll end up in a haunted house – Jail!
- Designate a sober driver before you head out for Halloween partying.
- Roseville Police Department and concerned parents of trick-or-treating children are gearing up for this particularly dangerous night.
Halloween Worst Day of the Year for Child Pedestrian Deaths
- Halloween day has the highest number of child pedestrian accidents and fatalities according to the California Office of Traffic Safety (OTS).
- The American Automobile Association (AAA) finds kids four times more likely to be hit by a car on this day than any other
- When you combine costumes that inhibit visibility, children walking at night, and drunk drivers you get a recipe for disaster.
Tips for Parents on Halloween Night
- Plan your child’s route in advance.
- Trick-or-treat on well-lit streets with calmer traffic.
- Choose costumes that are lighter in color and that allows your child to see and move freely.
- For costumes that are dark, use reflective tape to enhance your child’s visibility to others.
- Have your child remove his or her mask before crossing a street.
- Accompany your child while trick-or-treating.
- Older children should carry a flashlight and go out in groups for safety.
Making wise choices this season will ensure the safety of Halloween enthusiasts, both young and old.
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