Halloween Safety tips for adults and children

Halloween is today, and the Howard County Sheriff’s Office wants to remind you to prioritize safety this Halloween when carving pumpkins, decorating, dressing up in costumes, and trick-or-treating. 

The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) has several safety tips to help children remain safe while still experiencing the fun and excitement that comes with Halloween.

 • Leave pumpkin carving to the adults. Child helpers can grab a spoon and scoop out the inside or use a marker to trace the design. 

• Battery-operated lights or glow sticks are recommended for decorations and are the safest option. 

• Use a ladder when hanging or removing decorations, and only use lights tested for safety by a recognized testing laboratory. 

• Wear a costume that fits and avoid overly long or baggy costumes to prevent trips and falls.

For more information on having a safe and fun Halloween, visit the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC). Halloween can be a safe and an enjoyable evening for all with some preparation, communication, and diligence. Of course, NPD will be on patrol and available to you and your children if you need them. As always, dial 911 in case of an emergency. 

Southwest Arkansas Radio along with the Pike County Sheriff’s Office wants all the area children to have a safe and enjoyable Halloween this year. However, there are a few locations in the area that children should not Trick or Treat.

This is a list of addresses of persons on the Sex Offender Community Notification list.

In Pike County, avoid 1234 N. Maple Avenue and 73 Head Road in Murfreesboro; 477 Bowen Road and 489 East Farm Road in Delight; 501 Highway 26 West in Nashville; and 415 South First Street and 18 Rocky Road in Glenwood.