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Warnings to the public were issued by the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) this holiday season to help prevent house fires. NFPA Vice President of Outreach and Advocacy Lorraine Carli stated, “December is a leading month for home fires, in large part because many of the activities we engage in during the holiday season reflect leading causes of home fires year-round”.
Christmas trees are a leading cause of house fires and between 2016 and 2020 there were an estimated 160 house fires involving Christmas trees leading to two civilian deaths and an estimated $12 million in property damage per year.
“By knowing where potential fire hazards exist and taking some basic safety precautions to prevent them, people can enjoy a festive, fire-free holiday season,” said Carli (NFPA Vice President of Outreach and Advocacy).