How Do You Prevent A Christmas Tree Fire?
- Always have a fire extinguisher by the Christmas tree.
- Check your tree – if it seems too dry (on the trunk, branches or leaves) it has a higher chance of catching on fire. You want the needles to be slightly moist and the wood to be slightly sticky.
- Check your lights – make sure that the wires for your light strings are in order and covered. Make sure there are no wires sticking out of place.
- Check your outlet – make sure that the outlet your tree is plugged in to is safe and working. Also make sure that your tree is not too close to the outlet.
- Check the location – make sure that your tree is not close to any fireplace, vent, or heating device. You also want to keep all plugged in electrical items away from it.
Each year Christmas is destroyed for many people due to a Christmas tree fire. It only takes seconds for a fire to spread quickly and destroy everything you own. In preparation for the Christmas season, use the following tips as a precautionary guide to prevent a Christmas tree fire in your home. Preventing a Christmas tree fire first begins with choosing your tree. Always examine the needles. The tree’s needles should be green and the trunk should be sticky to the touch. Shake the tree and if the needles are falling off, pick a different one. Make sure you keep your tree moist at all times and give it plenty of water each day. Make sure your tree stand is sturdy and won’t tip your tree over. Never place your Christmas tree too close to a fireplace or heat vent. Doing so will cause the tree to dry out making it easier to become ignited by flames or sparks. If you choose to buy an artificial Christmas tree, make sure the label states that it is flame retardant. Never block an exit with
