Christmas Tree Safety
Everyone loves the smell of a fresh cut Christmas Tree, I know I sure do, but live trees present some hazards that many folks don't think about.
Did you know that your live holiday tree can be a fire hazard? It's true! Christmas tree fires do not happen often, but they have the potential to be serious fires when they do.
More often than not, these fires occur because the tree has not been properly watered and has become dried out and repeatedly exposed to multiple heat sources. (Or in our case, the dogs drank all of the water out of the reservoir)
The mix of dry tree branches and hot holiday lights can quickly become a tragic combination.
You must make sure that you keep track and make sure that your tree stand is holding water and that it always has water in the reservoir. Don't place it next to your fireplace, or any candles that you may be lighting. Also, make sure that you unplug your tree when you leave the house to prevent overheating.
These tips sound simple -- and they are -- but you must make sure to follow them.
It's frightening to see how quickly one spark can turn a whole room into a ball of flames. Just watch this video from the National Fire Protection Association. This video demonstrates the difference between an unwatered and a watered tree.
As our slogan says, we are "Focused on Your Protection" and hope that you and your family have a happy AND SAFE Holiday Season. Merry Christmas and Happy New Year to all of our clients, colleagues and friends.