LAKE COUNTY, Calif. – With children and their families out and about on a Halloween evening that forecasters said will see continued rain, local law enforcement is reminding community members to use particular caution when out driving.

The National Weather Service reported that rain will continue through Monday night and into Tuesday morning.

Rainfall amounts in the Kelseyville, Lakeport, Northshore and south county areas are expected to total as much as a quarter of an inch on Monday night, while the Clearlake area and parts of the county east of Clearlake Oaks are anticipated to have up to a tenth of an inch, the National Weather Service said.

The Lakeport Police Department issued an advisory reminding all motorists to use extreme caution Halloween evening when traveling in the area of north Lakeport and near the Lakeport schools due to heavy pedestrian traffic throughout the neighborhoods.

Police anticipate that there also will be a large amount of vehicles and people in and around Clear Lake High School for the annual Kiwanis Halloween Fair, which takes place from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m.

Motorists are encouraged to use caution as visibility will be reduced due to the darkness and inclement weather, police said.

In Clearlake, City Hall was hosting its annual Halloween event for children from 2 to 5 p.m., with a Trunk or Treat event at the Clearlake Youth Center at 14655 Ballpark Ave. continuing from 4 to 8 p.m.

Clearlake Police said there will be trick or treating in the area of Highlands Village, with department volunteers and officers conducting traffic control in the area.

The Clearlake Police Department also asked motorists to watch their speed and to be aware of pedestrians, and urged pedestrians and parents on the roadways to stay visible by carrying flashlights or other accessories – such as glow sticks – to keep themselves visible.

All agencies also remind motorists not to drink and drive, and to have a designated driver if attending parties or other events where there is alcohol.

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