City fire officials have released their 2017 Holiday Guide listing fire safety tips for the use and decoration of Christmas trees, Menorahs, wreaths, and other holiday ornaments:
FDNY officials have also reissued a “Burn Concern” fact sheet with information on what to do if a burn injury occurs.
Fire officials suggest that you follow these tips when decorating your home, inside or outside:
Keep matches and candles away from children.
Make sure to extinguish all open flames before leaving any room.
When opening gifts, place wrapping paper in a suitable container and dispose of properly. Do not leave wrappings near tree lights where they could catch fire.
Check decorative lights for frayed wires before using them.
Don’t run extension cords under rugs.
Don’t overload outlets or plugs.
Use only “UL” (Underwriters Laboratory) or “FM” (Factory Mutual) approved decorative lights.
“UL” approved holiday lights and decorations carry a tag with a hologram, fire officials said. Do not be fooled by items that are not approved, but carry paper tags simply printed with “UL”
“UL” approved lights for indoor use carry a RED hologram tag and “UL” approved lights for outdoor use carry a GREEN hologram tag, fire officials said..
Buy only fresh natural Christmas trees – and make a cut in the fresh tree one inch from base to allow water absorption.
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