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Be Safe with Your Christmas Tree

12/10/2019 (Permalink)

Cartoon firefighters with firehose saying Keep your Christmas tree watered or we will have to water it for you! 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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