The holiday season can be one of the most dangerous season’s for fires. Michael McLeieer of E.S.C.A.P.E. Fire Safety has some special holiday fire prevention and safety tips.

Christmas Tree

• Check the wiring on your tree
• Look for loose ornaments that could become choking hazards
• Use outlet covers

Kitchen

• Stand by your pan
• Use back burners first
• Create a three foot kid-free zone

Bathroom

• Keep medication out of reach of children

Pets

• Reintroduce pets to young children, especially if they’re not used to them