Trees taller than 6 feet should be cut in half and should not be placed in recycling containers. Trees should not be in plastic bags and all decorations must be removed.

A Christmas tree can be so festive and so pretty to look at with all the lights and decorations, but it's also an enormous fire load, even if you're careful. Officials at the University of ...

Test a fresh Christmas tree before purchasing it by running your hands along one of its branches. If you end up with more than a few needles, it’s a sign that the tree may be too dry. After ...

Dispose of Trees Safely When the holiday season is over, dispose of your Christmas tree properly. Do not leave it in your home for too long after it has dried out, as dry trees are highly flammable.

The American Christmas Tree Association considers dried-up trees fire hazards and recommends discarding them “the week after Christmas.” ...

KNOXVILLE, Tenn. — Decorating Christmas trees with shining, glimmering lights can be the best part of the holidays for many people. However, Rural Metro urged people to be careful and make sure ...

Dry pine branches, frayed Christmas lights and unattended candles all pose a high risk for house fires despite their holiday appeal, according to D.C. Fire officials. This year, as families plan ...

Those are: Dry Christmas trees Damaged lights Decor placed too close to heat sources. If your tree is real, Cass says to make sure you water it every day. Dry trees are a huge fire danger.