As the Holiday spirit sets in, don’t forget to keep your home safe this season.
“It is always a busy time at Christmas,” said Jeff Avery, safety codes officer and Cochrane firefighter.
What to do this Holiday season:
– Make sure real trees are watered
– Look into getting a fire-resistant, if using a fake tree
– Inspect decorations before decorating (I.e. check for burnt-out bulbs and frayed wires)
– Don’t overload extension cords (use power bars instead)
– Make sure cords are suitable for outdoors
– Don’t leave vehicles running indoors
– Get a carbon-monoxide (CO) detector
– Secure ladders before decorating outside
– Make sure someone knows you are going on a ladder (or roof)
– Know where the fire-extinguisher is OR Look into buying a fire-extinguisher for the house
“Everyone be cautious and have a great holiday,” Avery said.
