Winter Seasonal Fire Safety Tips

Tree Safety

Water natural trees every day to keep them from getting dry and going up in flames.
Choose battery-operated candles as decorations.
Keep trees away from heat sources, such as a fireplace or heat vent.
A live tree should be taken down within two weeks, so don’t set it up too early.
Use a “non-tip” tree stand.
Use only nonflammable decorations.
Never leave a lighted tree unattended.
Do not dispose of your tree using a fireplace or wood-burning stove. Use recycling or pick-up services for safe disposal.
Be sure your artificial tree has a fire retardant label.

Thoroughly check holiday lights every year for frayed wires, bare spots, gaps in insulation, broken or cracked sockets, and excessive crimping or wear.
Do not overload outlets. Never link more than three strands on a single cord unless directions indicate differently.
Never leave lights on or candles burning unattended.
Only purchase lighting and electric decorations which are listed by an approved testing laboratory.
Do not use candles on trees or near other live or flammable decorations.
Avoid lighting candles in sleeping areas.
Never hang lights on a metallic tree.
Always use weatherproof lighting outdoors.