Safe Trick-or-Treating in Cuba

Halloween is one of our favorite community nights—costumes, candy, and neighbors out saying hello. Before you head out, here’s a quick family plan from Cuba Fire & Rescue to keep the fun safe from first doorbell to last treat.

Plan Your Night

• Pick a route with sidewalks or wide shoulders and good lighting. Avoid long, dark stretches and busy highway crossings.

• Choose a meetup spot in case anyone gets separated (the fire station, the library, or a specific corner).

• Set a time window for younger kids (e.g., 4:00–6:30 pm) and a firm check-in time for older kids.

Dress for Safety (and Comfort)

• Be seen. Add reflective tape to costumes and treat bags. Clip a small LED or glow stick to each child.

• Right-sized costumes. Hem long fabrics to prevent tripping; avoid masks that block vision—go with face paint instead.

• Good footwear. Closed-toe, flat shoes beat fancy boots for miles of walking.

• Weather-ready layers. Night temps drop fast—add a base layer under costumes.

Street Smarts

• Cross at corners, not mid-block. Make eye contact with drivers before stepping out.

• Walk, don’t run. The fastest way to spill candy—and get hurt—is sprinting between houses.

• Stay together. Little ones should always have an adult; older kids should stick to groups of three or more.

Candy & Courtesy

• Only visit homes with lights on. Respect “no candy” homes and posted signs.

• Check treats at home. Discard opened, loose, or homemade items from unknown households.

• Allergies? Bring a separate bag and read labels. Look for non-food treats (blue/teal pumpkins may indicate allergy-friendly homes).

Home Base Aftercare

• Hydrate and warm up. A quick snack and water help before the candy taste-test.

• Sort and store. Keep choking hazards away from toddlers; ration candy to avoid tummy aches.

From all of us at Cuba Fire & Rescue: have fun, be bright, and wave to your neighbors—community care is the best costume.