Quinte West Fire and Emergency Services reminds residents to take extra safety precautions over the holidays.
Residents are encouraged to follow these 12 safety tips to stay safe during the excitement of the holiday season.
Tips for a fire-safe December
- Water real trees daily.
- Check that all decorative lights are in proper working order before installation.
- Make sure you have working smoke alarms on all floors and outside all sleeping areas.
- Test your carbon monoxide alarms.
- Make sure everyone knows how to get out safely if a fire occurs.
- Extension Cords should only be used temporarily.
- Never overload extension cords or power bars.
- Give space heaters space – keep heaters away from decorations and furniture.
- When you go out, blow out! Extinguish candles before you leave the room.
- Keep matches and lighters out of the reach of children.
- Watch what you heat – do not leave cooking or pots unattended on the stove.
- Encourage smokers to smoke outside.
- Be responsible when drinking alcohol.
“The holiday season often brings joy and excitement, but it’s important to ensure that celebrations remain safe and free from potential hazards,” says Greg King, Senior Fire Prevention Officer. “Quinte West Fire and Emergency Services is sharing these tips to help make this holiday season.”
The City of Quinte West and Quinte West Fire and Emergency Services wishes residents a safe and joyful holiday season. By following these 12 days of safety tips, everyone can contribute to a happy and incident-free December.
Learn more about holiday fire safety at quintewest.ca/FireSafety.