With Halloween just hours away, the weather isn't the only concern. City officials are reminding New Yorkers that the weather isn’t the only safety concern. Drivers and pedestrians need to be extra careful on the streets. Ten years ago, Halloween night turned tragic when a car crashed into a group of trick-or-treaters, killing three people. Now, a decade later, the city is relaunching its "Dusk and Darkness" safety campaign to prevent tragedies like that from happening again.

The campaign officially takes effect Nov. 2, ahead of the end of daylight saving time. It’s part of the city’s Vision Zero initiative, focusing on reducing traffic deaths and protecting pedestrians, cyclists, and older adults during the darker months. Officials say as the days grow shorter and visibility decreases, both drivers and pedestrians need to stay alert.

The campaign also includes outreach from the Taxi and Limousine Commission, reminding for-hire vehicle drivers to slow down to 25 mph and take extra care during low-visibility hours. The Department of Transportation and its partners are using social media to alert drivers to the dangers of reduced daylight and encourage everyone to follow the citywide speed limit.

Transportation Commissioner Ydanis Rodriguez says the message is simple.

“Drivers should always use extra care, but especially now, when the sun sets earlier and visibility drops," he says.

The Dusk and Darkness campaign serves as a reminder that staying safe is everyone’s responsibility.

Whether you’re walking, driving or riding a bike, officials say to slow down, stay alert and look out for one another.

As rain poured over the Bronx, parents rushed to pick up their kids, umbrellas in hand and puddles splashing at their feet.

Many say the weather won’t stop their Halloween plans, but they’re staying cautious.

“We’re used to the cold,” one mother said. “They’re just going to dress extra warm."