Did you know the holidays see a sharp increase in home fires?
Here are the facts:
Nearly 47,000 home fires happen nationwide in December–January, causing 500+ deaths and 2,200 injuries (American Red Cross). Candle fires are 4x more likely during the holidays (U.S. Fire Administration). Cooking is the #1 cause of holiday fires, with unattended cooking leading the way (National Fire Protection Association).Make safety your greatest gift:
Never leave candles unattended. Keep trees and decorations at least 3 feet from heat sources. Inspect lights and cords and turn off all decorations before leaving home or going to sleep. Stay alert while cooking.Let’s protect our homes and communities this season. Stay safe and stay ready.
