| As Christmas time fast approaches, we at the Wagontown Fire Company would like to provide you some fire safety information, so your holidays will be Merry and Fire Safe.
Festive celebrations, flickering lights and winter greens are hallmarks of the holiday season, but they also present fire risks that can quickly turn this festive time of year into a devastating one. NFPA’s Project Holiday campaign works to educate the public about potential fire risks during the holidays, offering tip sheets, videos, and other resources to help everyone safely enjoy the season.
Winter holiday fires by the numbers
Electrical distribution or lighting equipment was involved in 35% of home Christmas tree fires.
One-fifth (20%) of the decoration fires started in the kitchen.
One out of six (17%) started in the living room, family room or den.
The top three days for home candle fires were Christmas, New Year’s Day, and Christmas Eve.
Holiday Decorations and Candles lead the causes of these fires, so please take a moment to read the attached flyers, and keep you and your family safe during the Holiday Season.
Wagontown Fire would like to wish everyone a safe and Happy Holidays. |
