Christmas tree safety

From the Fire Chief’s Corner: Christmas tree safety

By Fire Chief Sam DiGiovanna

 

December 4, 2025 (San Diego) -- By now most of us have our Christmas trees up. However, did you know that half of those that purchase live Christmas trees fail to keep them properly watered? There are also other factors that can cause Christmas tree fires.


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CHRISTMAS TREE SAFETY TIPS FROM CAL FIRE

 

December 2, 2009 (San Diego)-- Christmas trees bring  beauty to many homes during the holiday season.  But they can also become fire hazards, turning holiday joy to tragedy if safety precautions are not followed.  (View a video  posted at YouTube to see just how fast a dry tree will burn.)


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