Spooky Roads: Why Halloween Night Sees More Accidents (And How to Stay Safe)
Halloween is one of the most exciting nights of the year, while also one of the most dangerous on the road. Between trick-or-treaters, packed neighborhoods, and late-night parties, the risk of accidents rises sharply every October 31st.
Why Halloween Is Riskier Here
In many Florida communities, warm evenings keep families outdoors later, and neighborhoods fill up with kids running from house to house. At the same time, highways like I-95, I-4, and the Turnpike see heavier evening traffic with people heading to parties, theme park events, or festivals. That mix of pedestrians and drivers makes Halloween especially unpredictable.
Low visibility adds to the challenge. Many costumes are dark, and with our palm-lined streets and limited streetlights in suburban areas, spotting someone crossing the road can be tough. Add in distracted or impaired drivers, and the risks only increase.
How to Stay Safe This Halloween
- Slow down in neighborhoods. Expect kids to dart across the street in popular trick-or-treat spots.
- Plan if you’re out late. Use a rideshare or designate a driver to avoid late-night DUI crashes, which spike on Halloween.
- Stay visible. Reflective tape, glow sticks, or even a flashlight help drivers spot you sooner.
- Be patient on the roads. Give yourself extra time if you’re driving near party hotspots or theme parks.
Halloween should be about costumes and candy, not car crashes. With a little extra care, we can keep the scares in haunted houses and not on the roads.
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