Halloween is a fun time for kids both young and old. For parents, however, it can also bring its own unique set of concerns. With this in mind, Daggett Shuler offers a few insightful facts and useful tips to keep everyone safe this Halloween. Safety Facts According to Injury Factsโa statistical report published by the […]
Halloween is a fun time for kids both young and old. For parents, however, it can also bring its own unique set of concerns. With this in mind, Daggett Shuler offers a few insightful facts and useful tips to keep everyone safe this Halloween.
Safety Facts
According to Injury Factsโa statistical report published by the National Safety Council (NSC) in 2017โmotor vehicle accidents involving pedestrians in 2015 resulted in:
The research shows 17% of deaths involved crossing intersections or roads improperly. Of these deaths, about 15% of children aged 5-9 and 7% of children aged 10-15 were killed when they ran into the road. Some 15% of these tragedies were attributed to poor lighting, dark clothing, or other visibility issues.
Statistics show children are twice as likely to be hit and killed by a car on Halloween compared to any other day.
Safety on Foot
The American Academy of Pediatrics offers the following Halloween Safety Tips:
Safety on the Road
The National Safety Council offers safety tips for anyone driving on Halloween:
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