I just heard on the local news that community officials (whoever they are, they weren’t identified by name) have decided to move Begger’s night to Saturday, Nov 2. The reason is that the weather is supposed to be rainy and windy tonight.

Why are they doing this?

Do they assume the parents will not be able to figure out if the weather is good enough for Trick or Treat and thus must be instructed?
Are they afraid the children might be harmed if it rains?
What is this all about?