Public Advisory: The 12 Days of Fire Safety ï¿½ Day 5

Municipal Affairs and Environment
December 13, 2017

Public Advisory: The 12 Days of Fire Safety ï¿½ Day 5

Christmas trees represent an exciting part of the holidays for many Newfoundlanders and Labradorians, but may also pose a significant fire risk if not properly managed.

Take the following steps to help protect your property and loved ones:

When choosing a real tree, ensure it is fresh and the needles do not drop when touched;
Always make a fresh cut about two inches from the base of the trunk before placing the tree in its stand;
Ensure the tree is placed a safe distance (minimum one metre) from any sources of heat;
Ensure the tree does not block any possible escape route from your home in the event of a fire; and
Add water to the tree stand daily to slow the drying out process and reduce the risk of fire.

After the holidays, be sure to dispose of your tree properly:

Do so as soon as possible, before it dries out;
Check with your local government for proper disposal procedures; and
Never store the tree in the home, garage, or against the side of a structure.

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Media contact
Lynn Robinson
Municipal Affairs and Environent
709-729-5449, 691-9466
lynnrobinson@gov.nl.ca

2017 12 13 10:15 a.m.

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