As many children around the area take to the streets and
trick-or-treat events, the risk of being injured by a vehicle increases. The
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention estimates that children are four
times more likely to be struck by a motor vehicle on Halloween, than any other
time of the year. Here at Spieler’s Inc., we want to help keep all kids and
drivers safe this Halloween. As the holiday quickly approaches, keep in mind
these safety tips, provided below by the best car dealer in California, MO.
For Motorists:
Be extra alert on Halloween evening as many youngsters take
to the streets for trick-or-treating festivities. Although you should never use
your mobile device while driving, put that phone down as you drive around this
holiday full of kids running around neighborhoods and parking lots. Keep your
eyes peeled for children darting out into the street. They are so excited to
get to the next house that they may forget the rules of the road and run out
into the road in front of a vehicle. As the sidewalks fill up with
trick-or-treaters, double check before your pull into driveways or alleys. To
increase visibility of your vehicle, turn on your lights, even if it is still
light outside. With the increasing popularity of truck-or-treat and parking lot
trick-or-treat events, be aware as you navigate busy parking lots this Halloween.
For Pedestrians:
It is recommended for parents to go out with their kids as
they go door to door, to help keep an eye on them and make sure they use
caution as they cross traffic. If you send your kids out on their own to
trick-or-treat around the neighborhood, ensure your children have a refresher course
of how to cross the road safely. Cross at corners, look and listen both
directions, and travel across a road with a group of people are all smart ways
to cross the road. Incorporate a flash light, glow stick, or reflective
material into the costume of your children, to increase their visibility to
motorists on the road. Also encourage your children to stick to traveling on
sidewalks, instead of crossing a busy road. Remind your kids to stay in a group
as they trick-or-treat this weekend.
Stay Safe This Halloween
Many children are excited at the
opportunity for more candy at every stop, they may forget the basic rules of
crossing the street. It is up to motorists on the roads this Halloween to help
keep neighborhoods safe for kids as they go door-to-door collecting Halloween
treats. Your trusted car dealer in Mid-MO is here to help you remember some key
safety tips as the holiday approaches. Spieler’s Incorporated wishes you and
yours a happy and safe Halloween weekend!
Proudly Serving the Columbia,
Jefferson City, and California, MO Areas
California, MO 65018
(888) 455-2107
