Here's how to stay safe on Halloween during COVID-19 in Corpus Christi

As the coronavirus pandemic continues, the city of Corpus Christi has created a list of do's and don'ts for residents on how to stay safe on Halloween.

The city announced in a news release the holidays can have the potential to increase the risk of spreading the virus.

"This time of year is adored by many and the Corpus Christi - Nueces County Public Health District feels it’s important to adjust our current traditions to keep everyone safe," the release states. "We advise you to create new Halloween activities at home with your family like a movie night, a spooky candy hunt, or even a haunted house."

The release states everyone hosting or attending any Halloween festivities should continue following safety guidelines and practice the public health 3 W’s: wear a mask; watch your distance and wash your hands often.

The complete list of Halloween safety recommendations can be found online at www.cctexas.com/halloween2020.

Halloween Do's and Don'ts

Do's

• Find creative ways to distribute treats contactless
• Create goodie bags, trash grabber, or PVC pipe extension to pass out treats
• Create visual social distancing decorations to aid in social distancing
• Create activities outside where air circulates
• Make sure to wipe the door-bell after every use
• Make sure o evaluate the risk of going out
• Wear the appropriate mask if you decide to go out
• Always stay 6 feet away from others
• Find alternate ways to celebrate

Don'ts

• Do not directly hand-out treats
• Do not allow large groups of people to gather outside
• Do not pass out candy/treats if you, or anyone in your household, are sick, quarantined or isolated
• Do not pass out homemade treats
• Do not host a party
• Do not go out in large groups (go in small groups) if you decide to go out 
• Do not approach a crowded house (wait for crowd to dissipate)
• Do Trick-or-treat if you are sick, quarantined, or isolated (stay at home and find creative ways like a spooky candy hunt for your household)  

Source: City of Corpus Christi

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