Tri-County Halloween Coronavirus Guidelines: Update

LITTLETON, CO — The Tri-County Health Department has released Halloween public safety guidelines for trick-or-treating and gatherings. The department covers Arapahoe, Douglas and Adams counties.

Everyone is asked to avoid close contact with people outside their households. Trick-or-treating groups should be kept to under 10 people, and if another group is at someone's door, wait until they are finished, health officials said.

Only individually-wrapped candy should be handed out, and everyone should wash their hands while handling candy.

Tri-County Health Department issued the following guidelines and tips:

• Don’t assume that a small group of friends or family is automatically safe. If you’re going to host or attend a Halloween party, plan it in advance to ensure that everyone maintains social distancing and limits the number of shared items, such as serving utensils or group games.
• Make it clear to all potential attendees that anyone who feels sick or is exhibiting any COVID-19 symptoms should skip the party and stay home. This is especially crucial for vulnerable populations.
• Consider inviting people to attend in shifts.
• Clean and sanitize frequently and thoroughly throughout the party, and have plenty of antibacterial soap and hand sanitizer available for guests.
• If you’re inside, open doors and windows to increase ventilation, and offer masks or face coverings to anyone who doesn’t have them.

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