Ready or not, the holiday season is here. In addition to celebrating with family and friends, many people celebrate by decorating their homes. However, this tradition comes an increased risk of fire. Based on data from the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) and the U. S. Fire Administration (USFA), about 240 house fires with Christmas trees and 150 home fires involving Christmas lights occur each year. So before you go out and try to recreate the lighting of the show Clark Griswold, let's review some safety tips for the holidays.
Christmas trees
when ignited, a natural Christmas tree "dry" can become the prey flames in seconds, the rapid spread of fire. If you choose a natural tree, remember:
- Select a fresh tree with green needles that do not fall to the touch
- Cut about 2 inches above the base of. the trunk before placing it in the bracket to allow better absorb water tree. Check water the tree every day and keep it watered.
- Keep heat sources (fireplaces, oven vents, portable heaters, candles, etc.) at least 3 feet away from the tree.
- Never use lit candles to decorate a tree.
- Turn off tree lights before going to bed or when you leave your house.
- once Christmas is over, take the tree and dispose quickly.
- Make sure you have working smoke detectors in your home.
Holiday Lights
- always use lights that are Underwriters Laboratories (UL) listed. Look for the UL label.
- Only use lights designed specifically for outdoor use in exterior decoration. Lights designed for indoor use will not stand the weather.
- Inspect old strands of lights for worn or cracked insulation, cracked sockets, son presentations, etc. Replace worn or damaged lamps.
- Consider using smaller "mini" style lights. They burn cooler than the larger bulbs, old style.
- Do not overload electrical circuits. Typically, no more than three strands of lights are to be connected to each other. Follow the instructions on the package.
You can also watch our video "Holiday Safety Tips" for these tips and more. Give the gift of safety this holiday season! Feel free to share the Please additional holiday safety tips here.
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