When do you start decorating for the holidays? Getting into the holiday spirit comes with plenty of decisions. Real tree, artificial tree, or no tree at all? Clear lights, colorful lights, or both?
No matter your choices, it’s essential to follow the manufacturer’s instructions. Every year during the holiday season, fires injure more than 2,600 people and cause millions of dollars in property damage.
Let’s have a safe and enjoyable holiday season by following these best practices:
- Water a live tree and check it daily to ensure the needles are fresh and the tree is not dried out. If needles fall off when touched, the tree is too dry. Keep the tree moist by giving it plenty of water.
- Turn off holiday lights when leaving the home or going to sleep.
- Avoid overloading electrical outlets during holiday decorating.
- Select holiday decorations that are made of fire-resistant materials.