The Easton Fire Department also released a list of tips for you to be safe and prevent fires this season.

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Christmas Tree Safety

• Residents who want a natural tree should purchase one that is fresh and cut it an inch or two from the bottom before putting it in water.
• To see if a tree is too dry, bend a pine needle. If it breaks before bending in half, it is too dry.
• Water natural Christmas trees every day.
• Dispose of a tree after it becomes too dry or wait until the holiday ends.
• Trees and decorations should not be displayed near heat sources like heaters, fireplaces and candles.
• Trees should be placed on stands to prevent tipping.
• Residents should use electric holiday lights listed by approved testing agencies.
• Follow manufacturer instructions for tree lights.
• When using old lights, examine them for damage including frayed wires.
• Do not let tree light bulbs to directly touch the tree, curtains, wrapped gifts or anything flammable.
• Turn off tree lights when going to bed or leaving home.

Outdoor Decoration Safety Tips

• Only use lights approved for outdoor use.
• Make sure to properly secure outdoor lights and decorations with insulated hooks.
• Keep water out by using electrical connection protectors.
• Do not overload circuits.
• Do not put nails, staples or tacks through wiring insulation.
• After the holidays, take down and bring in outdoor electrical lights.

Candle Safety

• Make sure there is a 1-foot circle around a burning candle that is cleared of anything flammable.
• Blow out candles before leaving a room or building.
• Do not leave burning candles unattended.
• Use a saucer or candle holder that is fireproof.
• Make sure candles are kept out of the reach of children and pets.
• Consider using a flameless candle.

Cooking Safety

• In the event of a grease fire, smother the flames with a lid and turn off the heat or use baking soda.
• Moving a burning pan can cause a fire to spread.
• Do not throw water or use a fire extinguisher on a grease fire. Water will spread the fire and the extinguisher could splash flaming grease.
• Never leave food, grease or oils cooking on the stovetop without supervision.
• Do not wear loose or long sleeves when cooking, as it can catch fire.
• Stop, drop and roll if your clothes catch fire.
• Run burns under cool water and call 9-1-1 for help if you’re burned.
• Keep children and pets three feet away from the stove.
• Do not store or use flammable objects, such as towels, paper or plastic bags near heating elements.
• If a fire starts in an oven or microwave, close the door, turn the appliance off and call the fire department.
• Do not put metal inside a microwave.
• Unplug appliances such as toasters and coffeemakers when you are not using them.
• Do not store items in an oven.

Chief Partridge is also reminding residents to test and maintain their smoke and carbon monoxide alarms every month.

In case of a fire emergency, call 9-1-1.

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