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The Downbeach towns of Ventnor, Margate and Longport have set the official hours for Trick or Treating.
Trick-Or-Treating hours are 6-8 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 31.
Follow these safety tips from the National Safety Council:
- All costumes, wigs and accessories should be fire-resistant
- Fasten reflective tape to costumes and bags, or give children glow sticks to carry
- Opt for nontoxic Halloween makeup over masks, which can obscure vision; always test makeup in a small area first to see if any irritation develops. Remove all makeup before children go to bed to prevent skin and eye irritation
- Wear makeup and hats rather than costume masks that can obscure vision
- Don’t eat candy until it has been inspected at home
- Parents of very young children should remove any choking hazards such as gum, peanuts, hard candies, or small toys from the Halloween bags
- Parents should inspect commercially wrapped treats for signs of tampering, such as an unusual appearance or discoloration, tiny pinholes, or tears in wrappers. Throw away anything that looks suspicious
- A responsible adult should accompany young children on neighborhood rounds
- Teach your children never to enter a stranger’s home or car
- Instruct children to travel only in familiar, well lit areas and stick with their friends
- Motorists should watch for children walking on roadways, medians and curbs, and enter and exit driveways carefully.
Enjoy a safe and happy Halloween.
