10/29/2026
Time for the annual REALLY LONG HALLOWEEN POST but again, there is some great information to make this Halloween a fun AND safe holiday for all.
Halloween is a fun time of the year for many. However, it can also be a dangerous time with many more people, especially little children, out on the roads.
BE SMART BE SAFE and BE SEEN THIS HALLOWEEN!
The Lehi City Police Department encourages families to make the most of Halloween with their children but asks that parents and guardians remain mindful of their child’s safety when choosing costumes, and trick-or-treating:
Costume Safety
Picking a great costume is an exciting part of Halloween preparation. We encourage parents/guardians to consider these tips while choosing a costume:
* All costumes, wigs, and accessories should be fire-resistant.
* Any props should be soft, and no part of the costume should impair vision
or movement.
* Wear well-fitting masks, costumes, and shoes to avoid blocked vision, trips, and
falls.
* Wear sturdy shoes and temperature-appropriate clothing under costumes.
* If children will be allowed out after dark, fasten reflective tape to their costumes
and bags, or give them a flashlight or glow sticks to ensure they are visible to
drivers.
* Consider the use of face paint instead of a mask. Masks can impede vision.
Trick-or-Treating Safety
According to the National Safety Council, children are more than twice as likely to be struck by a car and killed on Halloween than on any other day of the year. To help prevent such a tragedy, parents and trick-or-treaters are urged to consider these tips before heading out:
* Don’t face all the ghouls and goblins, witches and Barbies alone – Typically children under 12 shouldn’t be out on Halloween night without an adult. Older children may want to go out alone, but should stay within a familiar area and travel in larger groups for increased safety.
* Road awareness still applies for witches and wizards, goblins and ghost – The combination of darker trick-or-treating hours and prominently dark outfits may be make people harder to spot for drivers. Make sure you increase the care with which you approach roads and check that drivers have seen you before crossing.
* Terrifying, spooky, practical, or just outlandish – We all like to get creative with our Halloween costuming, just make sure you consider practical aspects. Try breaking up dark materials with reflective strips for added visibility and ensure your capes aren’t trailing underfoot creating trip hazards. You may also wish to opt for face paint over masks so vision isn’t inhibited.
* Illumination equals safety – Complimenting your Halloween attire with a glow stick or reflective tape is always a smart idea, both to light the way and in the event of an emergency.
Beware of creatures on the roads! – If you are driving at night on Halloween be mindful of trick-or-treaters. Take extra care with blind spots and consider reducing your speed a little more to give yourself time to react to people stepping out unexpectedly.
Beware the stranger! – When visiting homes to trick-or-treat be mindful that not everyone may be welcoming or even interested in acknowledging Halloween. To avoid unpleasantries stick to houses with well-lit fronts and/or blinds open as they are likely to be more in the spirit of things. Close friends and family are particularly ideal!
Treats
Accept only store bought candy/treats, unless it's at Grandma's house, and then you can stock up on the homemade variety. Unless you know the person you’re visiting, politely refusing homemade treats is preferable for personal safety.
* Inspect the Treats – Have an adult inspect your treats before you go crazy and eat them all in the span of a few hours. Discard any that seem suspicious or have been opened.
