Christmas Tree Safety

12/11/2017 (Permalink)

The holiday season is upon us; whoop-de-do!  During this holiday season, many of us have a beautifully decorated Christmas tree as part of the tradition to the season. It is important that the tree is carefully decorated to ensure a safer holiday season.  Over the years, fires have been responsible for property damage.  Most resulted from electrical malfunctions from Christmas trees such as faulty wiring, plugs, or even being placed too close to a candle or fire place.  To help avoid any fire damages follow these simple steps:

• Ensure trees are secured and sturdy in the tree stand to prevent them from tipping over
• Use tested and approved lighting when decorating trees or other holiday decorations
• Carefully check light strands for frayed, faulty or exposed wiring, broken bulbs or loose bulb connections
• Make sure to water live trees daily; dried out trees increases fire risk
• Ensure artificial trees are fire resistant
• Set up trees at least three feet away from heat sources (lamp, fire places, candles or radiators)
• Make sure tree is not blocking an exit

Your safety is important to us during the holiday season here at SERVPRO of Victoria.  If you experience any type of fire damage do not hesitate to call our team (361) 573-6000.  Our team is here to help you when disaster strikes.