LAWRENCE CO. — As families across Lawrence County begin to deck their halls, the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) and Emergency Management Director Valerie Luchauer are urging homeowners to remember that the beloved Christmas tree, for all its beauty, is a large combustible item that requires vigilance to prevent potential home fires.

While home Christmas tree fires are less common than candle fires (which occur roughly 38 times more frequently), they pose a serious risk when they do occur.

Data from the NFPA for 2018–2022 reveals a stark picture of the consequences: Annual Average Fires Civilian Deaths Civilian Injuries Property Damage Christmas Tree Fires 155 4 7 $15 million

The data also indicates that fresh Christmas trees are more commonly involved in fires

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