Somerset County, ME – The Somerset County Sheriff’s Office is reminding Maine residents to stay alert this Halloween night as children head out for trick-or-treating. Sheriff Lancaster urged drivers to use extra caution, noting that “there will be lots of children on the streets tonight.”
According to a safety post shared by the sheriff’s office, drivers should stay vigilant for children walking along streets, medians, and curbs — especially those wearing dark costumes who may dart out between parked cars.
Parents are encouraged to add reflective tape to costumes and treat bags to make trick-or-treaters more visible in low light. The sheriff’s office also recommends that children try on costumes and shoes ahead of time to ensure a proper fit, and that any masks or wigs do not block their vision.
The department’s reminder, posted just before dusk, emphasizes slowing down in residential areas and being especially cautious at intersections. Officials say Halloween night is one of the busiest evenings of the year for pedestrian traffic.
Residents are encouraged to share safety tips with friends and neighbors and to include flashlights or glow sticks as part of every child’s costume setup for better nighttime visibility.
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