Halloween will once again be upon us Oct. 31.

In keeping with the spirit of the occasion, the Northshore Fire Department in Kenmore requests that the following safety recommendations be observed:

• Children should trick or treat in their own neighborhood on well-lit streets.

• Youngsters should be accompanied by their parents or other responsible adults.

• Children should never enter any home to receive treats.

• If children are out after dark, one member of each group should have a flashlight.

• Children should be dressed in fire-safe, light-colored clothing.

• Costumes should fit well and not limit mobility or obstruct vision.

• Always walk on the sidewalk and cross streets at cross-intersections.

• All treats should be brought home before eating any of them. Cut and wash fruit before eating. Throw away anything unwrapped. Check wrappers of commercial treats for signs of tampering. Call the police and report any suspicious treats.

• Only visit homes that have the porch light or Halloween lights on.

• Don’t accept treats from people in vehicles or get into anyone’s car.

Fire officials suggest parents may wish to check for local events that have supervised trick-or-treat activities as an alternative to going door-to-door. Officials also ask that drivers be especially careful in watching for costumed children who might not always be looking out for cars.