How to Prevent Cranberry House Fires During the Holidays

9/30/2023 (Permalink)

Fires are highly likely during the holidays due to all of the time spent in the kitchen. Make sure to lead with caution when you are in the kitchen.

Fires are highly likely during the holidays due to all of the time spent in the kitchen. Make sure to lead with caution when you are making meals in your Venus, Seneca, Saegertown, and surrounding areas home. There are several measures that you can take to prevent house fires during the holidays. 

• First, ensure that your Christmas lights and decorations are made of flame-retardant materials. 
• Second, avoid overloading electrical outlets with multiple high-voltage devices. 
• Third, keep Christmas trees and other decorations away from heat sources such as fireplaces and heaters. 
• Fourth, make sure that your smoke detectors are functioning properly and have fresh batteries installed. 
• Lastly, have an escape plan in place in case of a fire and make sure that everyone in your household knows what to do in an emergency. 

If you happen to experience a fire in your Cranberry, Meadville, Titusville, and surrounding areas home, we are Here to Help. SERVPRO of Crawford/NE Venango Counties is available 24/7 for emergency fire disasters. For immediate assistance, call (814) 350-7651, or visit our Website for more information.