Candles, Christmas Trees and Decorations Should Be Used Safely

Nashville, TN.- Tennessee State Fire Marshal Paula A. Flowers wants to remind Tennesseans to keep fire safety on their minds as they decorate their homes for the holidays.

\”Home decorations make a home cheerful and festive, but decorations such as string lights and Christmas trees introduce fire risks,\” said Flowers. “All too often, we hear of a family that has lost its home, or worse, suffered an injury or death due to a fire caused by these decorations.”

The risks can be minimized by following a few fire safety tips:

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