Artificial Christmas Tree Fire

This morning we worked with WJLA Channel 7 to highlight how an artificial tree might catch fire and just how quickly it can become engulfed. This was live on Channel 7 and the below video was live on our Periscope page.

Impressive video!

Several of the safety tips for "live" Christmas tress hold true for artificial trees. Remember:

• Keep the tree away from heat sources such as fireplaces, radiators and wood stoves 
• Decorate your tree using only UL (Underwriters' Lab Inc.) approved lights and cords 
• Inspect lights for exposed or frayed wires, loose connections or broken sockets. 
• Do not overload extension cords. Use no more than three strings of lights on one extension cord, and never run an electrical cord under a carpet. 
• Turn off the tree lights when you go to bed, depart from home or leave the tree in an unattended room.