Make it a Safe Halloween for All Trick-or-Treaters FARMINGTON HILLS, Mich., Oct. 15 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Every Halloween, children envision ghosts, goblins, and the possibility of amassing a treasure trove of candy. On the other hand, concerned parents worry about their children's safety during this yearly candy-gathering ritual. (Logo: http://www.newscom.com/cgi-bin/prnh/20081001/AQW523LOGO ) "Halloween is a cherished tradition, but the excitement of the night can cause children to forget to be careful," says Allstate Field Vice President Thomas Clarkson. "There's no real 'trick' to making Halloween a treat for the entire family. Both children and adults need to think about safety on this annual day of make-believe." The following tips from the Allstate Insurance Company and the National Safety Council offer some excellent guidelines for ensuring that children have a fun and SAFE Halloween: -- Ensure children under age 12 are supervised by an adult or older responsible youth. Plan and discuss the route your trick-or-treaters intend to follow. -- Instruct children to travel only in familiar areas and along an established route. -- Teach your children to stop only at houses or apartment buildings that are well lit, never enter a stranger's home and establish a return time. -- Drivers should watch for children darting out from between parked cars. -- Dress children only in fire-retardant costumes. -- Keep costumes hemmed so they don't cause children to trip. Falls are the leading cause of unintentional injuries on Halloween. -- Decorate Halloween costumes with light-colored and light-reflecting material if kids will be out after dark. -- Use facial make-up instead of masks, which can obstruct a child's vision. -- Give children an early meal before sending them trick-or-treating. Tell children not to eat any treat until they return home and - when in doubt, throw it out Memories of Halloween trick-or-treating last for years after the candy is gone. Make it a safe holiday by looking out for young participants taking part in one of our oldest annual traditions. http://www.newscom.com/cgi-bin/prnh/20081001/AQW523LOGODATASOURCE: Allstate CONTACT: Jeff Ormond, +1-248-994-9393, , Ebony Dooley, +1-248-994-9394,

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