CHICOPEE, Mass. (WWLP) - AAA Northeast is urging drivers to slow down and stay alert as children take to the streets for trick-or-treating on Halloween night.

The organization advises parents to accompany children under 12 to ensure their safety and recommends avoiding shortcuts through neighborhoods to minimize risks.

Leo Velez from Chicopee suggests using flashlights and neon bracelets to increase visibility and awareness while trick-or-treating.

AAA Northeast emphasizes the importance of planning for Halloween night. Parents are encouraged to remind their children to look twice before crossing streets and to travel in groups for added safety.

The safety tips come as part of a broader effort to reduce risks for younger pedestrians during Halloween, a night known for increased foot tr

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