Posted October 27, 2020.
HUNTINGTON – The City of Huntington on Tuesday announced its final decision on trick-or-treating: It’s a “go.”
Trick-or-treating is officially set to take place in the City of Huntington from 6 to 9 p.m. Saturday, October 31.
Huntington’s COVID-19 Task Force, which has been monitoring COVID-19 data for Huntington County, met Tuesday and approved moving forward with the City’s Halloween plans.
With some simple precautions, everyone can enjoy a fun Halloween and lower their risk. Here are some things the CDC recommends doing so that you can stay safe and protect others:
- Give out treats outdoors.
- Set up a station with individually bagged treats for trick-or-treaters to grab and go.
- Wear a mask. (A costume mask is not a substitute for a properly worn cloth mask.)
- Keep a safe distance in order to avoid direct contact with trick-or-treaters.
- Wash hands before handling treats and use hand sanitizer often.
- If you are sick, stay home and do not pass out candy.
Residents who choose not to take part should make sure to leave their porch lights off. Trick-or-treaters need to respect the decisions of others who aren’t participating.
Other traditional Halloween activities carry a higher risk of spreading COVID-19 and should be avoided, the CDC and other public health officials recommend. This includes trunk-or-treat events, indoor parties and outdoor parties where attendees are not wearing masks or social distancing.
For more ideas on how to safely enjoy Halloween, visit www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/daily-life-coping/holidays/halloween.html.