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Christmas trees cause $13 million in damage each year. Instead of being part of a statistic, follow safety tips. You’ll be making good memories instead of bad memories. Sometimes, you just don’t realize that certain sources of heat, such as the heat from a television, could cause a drying tree to burst into flames.\u00a0Stay safe with these\u00a0Christmas tree safety<\/a>\u00a0tips and enjoy the holidays!<\/p>\n

Choosing the Perfect Tree<\/h1>\n

Not only should the perfect tree have no holes in the branches and stand straight, it should not be starting to dry out before you even take it home. Check the tree carefully \u2013 needles should not readily fall off and the branches should bend, not break or snap off. If you don’t have a way to cut about 2 inches off the bottom of the trunk, ask the tree lot if they’ll do it for you. Cutting the bottom will allow the tree to hydrate easier and it will stay fresh for a longer period of time.<\/p>\n

Placing the Tree<\/h1>\n

Choose a spot that is not near any\u00a0heat sources<\/a>. This includes televisions and other electronics, space heaters, heating vents, fireplaces and other sources of heat. Keep anything with an open flame away from the tree. If you have a fireplace, be sure to use the screen over the front. Although the tree may be 3 or more feet away, sometimes sparks fly out far enough to reach the tree.<\/p>\n

As the tree dries out, the tree becomes more combustible and could easily catch on fire. Also be sure the tree does not block an exit. As soon as you get the tree in its stand, water it. Check the water every day to\u00a0ensure<\/span>\u00a0that it has plenty so it doesn’t dry out.<\/p>\n

Tree Lights<\/h2>\n

Check all strands of\u00a0tree lights<\/a>\u00a0before you put them on the tree. If a strand has cracked wires or frayed ends, through it away. Also, check for loose bulb connections. Do not plug more than three strings of lights into one outlet, as that could cause the outlet and the lights to heat up more than normal. If possible, use LED lights as they are cooler than traditional lights. Make sure the label on the lights show that they have been tested. Finally, never leave the Christmas tree lights on all night. As tempting as it might be, never use lit candles on the tree.<\/p>\n

After Christmas<\/h1>\n

Some people prefer to keep their live tree up until after the new year. But, what should you do with your Christmas tree after Christmas<\/a> is over?\u00a0 If the tree is still fresh, you may do this; however, as soon as you notice it drooping and dropping more needles, remove the tree. A drooping tree is completely dried out and is a major fire hazard. Don’t store the tree in your garage \u2013 it needs to be disposed of properly. You can set the tree outside away from the house to provide shelter for birds and other animals or you can dispose of it pursuant to your community’s regulations.<\/p>\n

Additional Safety Tips<\/h1>\n
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  • Though it may be cold, if you are frying a turkey for Christmas, be sure to do it outside. Keep the fryer at least 10 feet away from the house.<\/li>\n
  • If you haven’t had your chimney checked this year, have it checked and cleaned, especially if you burn green wood.<\/li>\n
  • Test all of the smoke alarms in your home to\u00a0ensure<\/span>\u00a0they are working. Change the batteries if they haven’t been changed in 6 months.<\/li>\n
  • Make sure you have the appropriate fire extinguishers and that you know how to put out a grease fire. Never put water on a grease fire \u2013 it will just cause it to spread. You need the correct fire extinguisher or, for smaller grease fires, you may smother them.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

    Stay safe and enjoy the holidays!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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