The soft glow of holiday twinklies delivers some of the coziest vibes imaginable. It’s tempting to just go to bed without flipping off the switch on your Christmas tree or strands of garland, and sometimes you may even accidentally forget to do so. But is it safe to leave indoor holiday lights on overnight, or is it considered a fire hazard? We went to safety experts for the final word.

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Can You Leave Christmas Lights on Overnight?

It’s best to turn off your holiday lights before going to bed. While modern LED bulbs are much safer than the incandescent bulbs of yesteryear (which need to be monitored even more carefully), the risk just isn’t worth it.

“We typically do not recommend leaving indoor holiday lights on overnig

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