PHOTOS: Halloween trick-or-treating safety tips

Before you head out into the night with your friends or with a child, make sure you all understand these best practices while trick-or-treating on Halloween night.

Know where to go

Before you head out, plan a route to follow through your neighborhood. It will make it easier for you to know where to go and for your child to know where to head.

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Keep your home safe for trick-or-treaters

Make sure you keep your home's lights on and yard safe enough to welcome trick-or-treaters of all ages. Keep your porch lights on when you're able to (we know decorations might require them off) and keep walkways clear for people to make their way to your door.

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Safe costume props

Make sure any prop knifes or blades you or your child are using with a costume are safe, soft, and flexible.

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