The United States Fire Administration (USFA) and the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) are working together to remind everyone that home fires are more prevalent in winter than in any other season. This is due in part to an increase in cooking and heating fires. Holiday decorations and winter storms that can interrupt electrical service and cause people to turn to alternative heating sources also contribute to the increased risk of fire in winter.
Winter fires can be prevented!
Please view the video and links below for more information on seasonal fire safety topics.
For winter safety tips, simply click on the topics listed below.
Heating Fire Safety
Candle Fire Safety
Winter Storm Fire Safety
Electrical Home Fire Safety
Cooking Fire Safety
Holiday Decorations
Carbon Monoxide
The information above has been provided by the U.S. Fire Administration.
Christmas Tree Fires
The video above demonstrates the flammability of a dry tree on the left vs. a tree that has been watered regularly on the right. This test was conducted by the National Fire Protection Association and Underwriters Laboratories. For more information on this topic, please click here.
