Tag: home fires
One-third of Christmas tree fires in January, says NFPA
January 6, 2026SSN Staff
QUINCY, Mass. — The National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) is cautioning people against holding on to aging Christmas trees, as more than one-third (35 percent) of U.S. home fires involving Christmas trees occur in January.
“As much as we all enjoy the look and feel of Christmas trees in our homes, they’re large combustible items that have the potential to result in serious fires,” said Lorraine Carli, vice president of outreach and advocacy at NFPA. “The longer...
December is a leading month for U.S. home fires
December 5, 2025SSN Staff
QUINCY, Mass. — Be extra vigilant this holiday season, December is a leading month for U.S. home fires according to the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA).
“Many of the activities we engage in during the holiday season reflect leading causes of home fires, which explains why we consistently see the number of home fires climb at this time of year,” said Lorraine Carli, vice president of Outreach and Advocacy at NFPA.
While cooking significantly contributes to the increased...