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The Town of The Blue Mountains Fire Department would like to remind residents about the importance of Christmas tree safety during the holidays.
- When choosing a real tree, pick one that has been freshly cut; Needles should not fall off when touched
- Make a fresh cut five centimetres (two inches) off the base of the trunk before placing the tree in the stand
- Add water to the tree stand every day
- Make sure the tree is at least one metre (three feet) away from any heat source, like fireplaces, radiators, candles, heat vents or lights
- Never place lit candles on the tree
- Discard the tree when it dries out and large amounts of needles begin to fall off
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To learn more about fire safety, please contact The Blue Mountains Fire Department or visit the Fire Safety Tips webpage.