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Holiday Safety Tips

As we embrace the festive season and colder months, it's crucial to ensure our homes stay safe. Here's a quick checklist to safeguard against fire hazards:

1. Inspect Heating Systems: Schedule a professional check-up for furnaces, fireplaces, and heaters to ensure they're in top condition.

2. Keep Flammable Items Away: Maintain a safe distance between decorations, curtains, and any heat sources to prevent accidental fires.

3. Test Smoke Alarms: Check smoke detectors regularly and replace batteries to guarantee they're functional.

4. Candle Caution: Use flameless candles or keep traditional ones away from flammable objects. It’s possible to buy electric menorahs and kinaras, but if you prefer traditional candles place them on a non-flammable surface to catch the melting candle wax, such as a tray lined with aluminum foil. Never leave lit candles unattended.

5. Cooking Safety: Stay vigilant while cooking, especially during holiday gatherings. Keep flammable items away from the stove.

6. Electrical Awareness: Avoid overloading circuits with holiday lights and decorations, and unplug them when not in use.

7. Fire Escape Plan: Ensure everyone in your household knows the fire escape plan. Practice it regularly, especially during the holiday season when the home layout may change with decorations.

8. Outdoor Safety: If using outdoor heating sources like fire pits or space heaters, maintain a safe distance from flammable materials. Never leave them unattended.

Did You Know?

Cooking is the leading cause of reported home fires and home fire injuries and the second leading cause of home fire deaths. Thanksgiving is the peak day for home cooking fires, followed by Christmas Day and Christmas Eve. Watch the video below from the Fire Safety Research Institute for more information and tips on how to cook safely during this holiday season and all year round.