Christmas Tree Safety Tips From the Insurance Association
The American Insurance Association urges careful tree selection and care to reduce fire risk during the holidays. Buy a fresh tree, keep it outdoors in water before decorating, place away from heat sources, use flamproof decorations, inspect lights, UL labeled products, and never leave lights on unattended. Never store a dry tree inside after the festivities.
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Simple Rules Can Prevent Fires During Holidays
The American Insurance Association urges fire safety for the holiday season after past three day Christmas and New Year periods. It cites 61 deaths in the Christmas stretch and 58 in the New Year period, with risks from smoking ash trays near trees and open flames in kitchens.
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Acquaint Sitter With Rules In Case of Fire
The American Insurance Association urges hiring a responsible baby sitter for holiday evenings who will take immediate action if a fire breaks out. Sitter must evacuate children, never re-enter, and call for help. In housing communities she should notify a neighbor or superintendent to trigger an alarm if needed.
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