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NEWS RELEASE 10/17/2011 |
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| HALLOWEEN OBSERVANCE IN THE CITY OF FLINT |
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Flint, Michigan - October 17, 2011 - The city of Flint will observe Halloween on Monday, October 31, 2011. Trick-or-treating in the city will be held from 5pm-8pm on October 31st. To ensure the safety of all children who will trick or treat on Halloween, city officials are advising all trick-or-treaters to exercise the following safety precautions: • Wear bright colored clothing that fits properly • Don't wear anything that prevents you from hearing clearly • Don't wear anything that blocks your vision • Trick-or-treat with an adult or group of friends • Trick-or-treat only in familiar neighborhoods • Plan your trick-or-treat route ahead of time and pick streets that are well lit • Tell your family on which streets you will be trick-or-treating • Carry a flashlight • Cross only at the corners. Never cross the street between parked cars or in the middle of the block • Never enter a stranger's home, even if invited • Don't eat treats until you show them to your parents # # # |