Approximately 230 home fires start due to holiday trees each year in the nation, according to the National Fire Protection Association.<\/p>\n
These fires result in an average of six deaths, 22 injuries, and over $16 million in damages. In addition, one out of every 40 fires that started due to a tree resulted in a death. When compared to the average of one death per 142 fires for all types of home fires, the dangers of a tree fire are staggering. The NFPA says that one third of these fires were caused by electrical problems.<\/p>\n
The Kent Regional Fire Authority offers tips to reduce the chances of a tree fire:<\/p>\n
• Buy a fresh cut tree<\/p>\n
• Saw off the bottom inch of the trunk to create a fresh surface to absorb water<\/p>\n
• Keep the tree well-watered and check the water level daily<\/p>\n
• Remove the tree from the home if large amounts of needles begin falling off<\/p>\n
• Never use candles on or near a tree<\/p>\n
• Keep trees away from heat sources such as fireplaces and baseboard heaters<\/p>\n
• Use the correct type of holiday lights on the tree<\/p>\n
• Consider buying an artificial tree, which are more fire resistant<\/p>\n
Fire fact: Almost 40 percent of residential tree fires take place in January.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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