Merrimac Fire Department offers Halloween safety tips

The Merrimac Fire Department announced Halloween safety tips Oct. 27 for residents preparing for trick-or-treating and related activities.

The department advised parents to check that costumes fit properly so children do not trip, and to make sure fabric does not snag on objects. It also recommended costumes be made of flame-resistant materials. Children should carry flashlights or glowsticks and wear reflective strips on costumes to stay visible while trick-or-treating.

The department urged families to set expectations before children head out for the evening, including knowing which neighborhoods trick-or-treaters will visit and making sure groups stay together. It also reiterated that children should never enter a stranger's house or vehicle.

For adults, the department advised driving slowly and cautiously, especially in residential neighborhoods. Anyone attending a party should have a designated driver and never drive after drinking alcohol.

Source: Merrimac Fire Department announcement, October 27, 2026.

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