The NFPA estimates that each year, the fires cause $10 million in direct property damage since they spread swiftly and can destroy more than just the tree.
Christmas tree fires usually call for fire extinguishers. You must use the correct extinguisher to avoid human injury or property damage. Using the wrong kind of extinguisher might lead to fire spread, explosion, or electrical shock.
Holiday Decorations
In 2015-2019, fire departments in the United States responded to an estimated 790 residential structure fires per year that started with decorations, excluding Christmas trees.
These fires resulted in one civilian fire fatality, 26 civilian fire injuries, and $13 million in direct property damage per year.
