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Holiday Home Safety

12/18/2018 (Permalink)

Safety for Holiday Decorating

  • One of every four home Christmas tree fires is caused by electrical problems.
  • On average, one of every 32 reported home Christmas tree fires results in a death compared to an average of one death per 143 total reported home fires.
  • A heat source too close to the tree causes one in every four Christmas tree fires. So keep your Christmas tree away from heat sources and room exits.
  • The top three days for home candle fires are Christmas, New Year’s Day, and Christmas Eve.
  • Candles start two out of five home decoration structure fires.
  • Water your live Christmas tree daily to keep it from becoming dry.
  • Only use decorations that are flame-retardant or not flammable.
  • Check holiday lights each year for frayed wires or excessive wear.
  • Don’t link more than three strands of holiday lights.
  • Never leave a burning candle unattended. Consider using battery-operated flameless candles.

    • Find more information at www.usfa.fema.gov

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