Be Safe with Your Christmas Tree

12/10/2019 (Permalink)

Be Safe with Your Christmas Tree

Christmas Tree Safety Tips

While you may be in the holiday spirit in Eastpointe, Christmas trees and decorations can be a huge fire hazard.  Property damage costs due to Christmas tree fires are $13 million dollars annually.

• Choose a tree with fresh green needles. As soon as you get it home, cut 2 inches off the base before you put it in the stand.
• Make sure the tree is at least 3 feet away from any heat source – fireplace, heaters, radiators, heat vents, candles.
• Check water level daily. A tree needs fresh water added every day.
• Check light strings. Any strings of lights that have any frayed or cracked wires should be replaced.
• Do not overload your outlets. Use surge protector power strips to avoid an overload.
• Always turn off the tree lights when leaving your home and before you go to bed.
• Dispose of your tree right after Christmas. A dried-out tree increases the fire danger.

Be safe and enjoy a wonderful holiday!

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