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Fire safety urged for holiday season by state officials
State fire control leaders warn colder weather and Christmas heat up the risk of accidental fires. Texas Forest Service officials urge safe heating using stoves ovens and space heaters, watering trees, upgrading smoke detectors, and avoiding overloaded outlets and candles near flammables. They recommend outdoor fire bans, proper disposal of smoking materials, and supervising fireworks.
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Bobby Young
Forest Resource Protection
Texas Forest Service
Young
Mary Kay Hicks
Waco