Halloween is an exciting time for many of us.

And while we’re making plans for our costumes and trick-or-treating, there are things we shouldn’t overlook.

Constable Savannah Brant with the Thompson RCMP has some tips to share.

“There is safety in numbers, try and walk in groups and stay together. Do not go into other people’s houses, only accept their treats outside the door. Stay on the sidewalks and if there are no sidewalks, try and walk on the left hand side of the road facing oncoming traffic.”   

Brant also warned against jay-walking and running back and forth across the streets.

Costumes shouldn’t drag on the ground as they can cause a tripping hazard and children should wear or carry something that makes them visible to traffic.

For more on how to keep safe and have fun this Halloween, catch Thompson Today this afternoon at 12:40 and 5:10.