Halloween traffic is deadly for kids — via drivingdotca Halloween Safety
“children ages 4 to 8 were about 10 times more likely to be killed in the evening on Halloween than they were during other autumn evenings. The study found that the 6 p.m. hour — a confluence of rush hour and sunset in many parts of the country — was the deadliest time for trick-or-treaters to be on the road.” The most dangerous place on the road: in the middle of a block.there were 640 crashes resulting in 240 injuries on Halloween.
Adults, avoid crossing in the middle of the block. Just, no. If you do it, they’ll think it’s okay for them to do it. Be the example.Article contentMore important requests for drivers Walk with your kids. Parents who troll along in an idling car are adding to the problem. Apart from children who have mobility issues, there is no reason for you to be driving on a street filled with little ones at risk.
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