Holiday Tree Safety

            The Lisle-Woodridge Fire District wants all of its residents to have a happy and safe holiday season and now that it is the time most people purchase their holiday tree, the District offers these suggestions.

-         Do not purchase a live tree that is dry or dropping needles.

-         Try to keep live trees as moist as possible by giving them plenty of water daily.

-         Choose a sturdy tree stand designed not to tip over.

-         Safely dispose of the tree when it begins dropping needles.  Dried out trees are highly flammable and should not be left in a house or garage, or placed against them.

-         When purchasing an artificial tree, be sure it is labeled as fire-retardant.

-         Children are fascinated with holiday trees.  Keep a watchful eye on them when around the tree and do not let them play with the wiring or lights.

-         Store matches and lighters up high, out of the reach of children, preferably in a locked cabinet.

-         Make sure all holiday trees are at least three feet away from any heat source.

-         Try to position the tree near an outlet so that cords are not running long distances or across traffic areas.

-         Do not place the tree where it may block exits.

-         Do not leave tree lights on when you go to bed or leave your home.

For more information of this or other fire prevention matters, please call the Fire Prevention Bureau at 630-353-3030.