SUNDAY'S HOLIDAY FIRE SAFETY TIP!

When purchasing a real cut Christmas tree from a tree lot do the following things:
1. Lift the tree straight up & slam it down onto the surface of the tree lot; while vigorously shaking it.
2. Look deep into the branches for sign's of excessive amounts of dead needles. In steps 1 & 2 if you see large amounts of fallen needles it mean the tree has been cut several days if not weeks & could pose a fire hazard. It's probably best to locate another tree and/or a different tree retailer.

3. Once you've decided upon that perfect tree; as soon as you get home & prior to taking it inside, use a brush or chain saw to cut another 3"-6" off the bottom of the tree trunk. This will allow more water to absorb into the tree's trunk, thus keeping the tree fresh longer. One caveat & caution! Check the tree's reservoir often the first 12-24 hrs.; because of the copious amounts of water the tree's trunk will absorb within that time frame! After the 1st day, once a day will suffice.

HAVE A NICE & FIRE SAFE HOLIDAY! Ho Ho Ho....Mark