Halloween Safety Tips in Edmonds, WA

10/18/2018 (Permalink)

The Edmonds Community becomes alive in fall with the crunch of leaves and vibrant colors that come alive throughout the quaint downtown. Many Edmonds homeowners and businesses decorate their space to reflect the festivities of the season and anticipate the trick-or-treating crowds. Keep in mind some of these Halloween safety tips as you venture out for an evening of fun in Edmonds.

1. Plan costumes that are bright and reflective. Make sure that shoes fit well and that costumes are short enough to prevent tripping, entanglement or contact with flame.
2. When shopping for costumes, wigs and accessories, look for and purchase those with a label clearly indicating they are flame resistant
3. If a sword, cane, or stick is a part of your costume, make sure it is not sharp or long. A child or even adult may be easily hurt by these accessories if he stumbles or trips.
4. Review with children how to call 9-1-1 (or their local emergency number) if they ever have an emergency or become lost.
5. Small children should never carve pumpkins to avoid unwanted cuts. Encourage children can draw a face with markers and have parents do the slicing.
6. Consider using a flashlight or glow stick instead of a candle to light your pumpkin- they can be fire hazards. If you do use a candle, a votive candle is safest as does not tip easily.
7. Candlelit pumpkins should be placed on a sturdy table, away from curtains and other flammable objects, and not on a porch or any path where visitors may pass close by. They should never be left unattended

Have a safe and happy Halloween and call us in case of an emergency at 425-775-5723.