Langley RCMP warns drivers and parents ahead of Halloween night
Township of Langley residents need a permit to set off fireworks tonight, and police are warning drivers to slow down in residential areas.
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Langley RCMP is warning Township residents about fireworks, drinking and driving, and driver speeds on Halloween night, October 31. The advisory came from the detachment on October 30.
Cpl. Mansoor Sahak said residents of the Township of Langley and Langley City both need a permit to set off fireworks. "Failing to do so, you could be issued a violation ticket or a bylaw," he said. Sahak added that the RCMP would have many officers working that night.
Fireworks require a permit
The Township of Langley requires a permit for private fireworks, and the same rule applies in the City of Langley. Residents who set off fireworks without a permit risk receiving a violation ticket or a bylaw fine, according to Cpl. Sahak.
Slow down for children on foot
RCMP asked drivers to reduce speed in residential neighbourhoods and near areas where children are trick-or-treating. Police warn that children may cross roads without warning, and that drivers should put away distractions. Halloween falls on a Saturday this year, meaning children may be out later into the evening.
Safe rides and treat checks
Cpl. Sahak told anyone who plans to drink to arrange a safe way home before the evening starts: a taxi, public transit, a carpool, or a designated driver. "We don't want you drinking driving. That would be a bad way to end the night," he said.
Parents are encouraged to check all treats before children eat them. The RCMP advises discarding anything that appears tampered with or is not in its original commercial packaging. Costumes should fit well and not create tripping hazards. Masks should not block a child's vision. Bright or reflective clothing, or a flashlight or glow sticks, helps drivers see children after dark.
Township residents who need police on Halloween night can call the Langley RCMP. Local election news, including decisions by Township Council and the Langley Board of Education, is at /bc/langley-township-2026/news.
Questions this story answers
Do residents of the Township of Langley need a permit to set off fireworks on Halloween?
Yes. According to Langley RCMP Cpl. Mansoor Sahak, residents of both the Township of Langley and Langley City need a permit to set off fireworks. Failing to have a permit can result in a violation ticket or a bylaw fine, the corporal said in the October 30 advisory.
What did Langley RCMP say about drinking and driving on Halloween?
Cpl. Mansoor Sahak said residents who plan to drink should find a safe ride home, such as a taxi, public transit, a carpool, or a designated driver. The RCMP said Halloween would be a bad night to drink and drive, with many officers working across the area.
What should drivers do in residential areas on Halloween night in Langley Township?
Langley RCMP is asking drivers to slow down in residential neighbourhoods and near areas where children are trick-or-treating. Police advise drivers to expect children to cross roads without warning and to avoid distractions while driving.
What safety tips did RCMP give for parents of trick-or-treaters in Langley?
Langley RCMP advises parents to make sure costumes fit properly and do not create tripping hazards. Masks should not block a child's vision. Costumes should be bright, reflective, or worn with flashlights or glow sticks so children are visible after dark. Parents are also urged to inspect all treats for tampering before children eat them.
How many officers will Langley RCMP have working on Halloween night?
Cpl. Mansoor Sahak said the detachment would have many officers working Halloween night and that they would be throughout the area. He did not give a specific number. Residents who need police are asked to call.
What should residents do if they see something concerning on Halloween night in Langley Township?
Langley RCMP Cpl. Mansoor Sahak said residents should call police if they need help. He said officers would be working throughout the Township of Langley on Halloween night and available to respond. Calling the Langley RCMP detachment is the right step for any safety concern on the night.
Where can Langley Township residents find more local news covered by voche.me?
voche.me covers Langley Township news, including decisions by Township Council and the Langley Board of Education, at /bc/langley-township-2026/news. The site has pages for the 16 people elected in the October 17, 2026 municipal vote.
Does this safety advisory apply to the City of Langley as well as the Township?
Yes. Cpl. Mansoor Sahak said fireworks require a permit in both Langley City and the Township of Langley. The driving and trick-or-treating safety tips, including slowing down for children and arranging a safe ride after drinking, apply across the Langley area. Both municipalities share the Langley RCMP detachment.
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- Langley Advance Times: Langley RCMP helps keep trick or treaters safelangleyadvancetimes.com
- voche.me Langley Township newsvoche.me
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