Tips For Staying Safe in Lincoln NE During This Holiday Season

12/5/2017 (Permalink)

The winter holiday season is traditionally a festive and eventful time of year.  Celebrations, family gatherings and house guests can increase in number during the season.  However, statistics show that the incidents of home fires and electrical accidents also typically increase during this time of year. 

• Place Christmas trees, candles and other holiday decorations at least three feet away from heat sources like fireplaces, portable heaters, radiators, heat vents and candles.
• Make sure that light strings and other holiday decorations are in good condition.  Do not use anything with frayed electrical cords and always follow the manufacturer's instructions.
• Always unplug tree and holiday lights before leaving the property or going to bed.
• Never use lit candles to decorate a tree.  Always extinguish candles before leaving the room or going to bed.
• Use only sturdy tree stands designed not to tip over.  Keep curious pets and children away from Christmas trees.
• Keep anything that can catch on fire--pot holders, oven mitts, wooden utensils, paper or plastic bags, food packaging, and towels or curtains-away from your stove top. 
• After a party, designate one person to walk around your property to ensure all candles and smoking materials are properly extinguished after guests leave.