The South Western Ambulance Service NHS Foundation Trust (SWASFT) is urging people across the region to enjoy a fun, but safe Halloween. The service is sharing some important safety advice for those who will be out trick-or-treating or celebrating the spooky event on Thursday 31 October.
The ambulance service can face increased demand during the winter months. So SWASFT is sharing five tips to ensure a safe, but spooktacular Halloween:
-Ensure that you can be seen in the dark. Wear something reflective and carry a torch so you can be seen by drivers at night.
-Use LED lights instead of candles as a safer alternative around the home and in pumpkins.
-Stay away from naked flames, especially when wearing Halloween costumes as they are often made of flammable materials.
-Ensure young children are accompanied by an adult whilst trick-or-treating, never let them go out alone.
-Be aware of choking hazards from sweets and chocolates.
Chris Turner, Area Head of Ambulance Operations at SWASFT, said: “Halloween is an exciting time of the year, and we want everyone to have a fun time, but to look after themselves and each other.
“To ensure we can be there for everyone that needs us in a medical emergency, we are asking people to help us to help you, by following our five steps to a safe Halloween.
“Please choose the right care for you, so we have crews available for patients with the most life-threatening conditions.
”In a life-threatening emergency, dial 999 and request an ambulance. For non-life-threatening emergencies, people can access appropriate care by visiting NHS 111 Online contacting their GP or getting advice from a pharmacy.
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