Pasadena Fire Department personnel at NAACP Pasadena (Photo – PFD)
The spirit of the holidays is alive and well!
By News Desk
Pasadena Firefighters/Union purchased twenty trees and stands and dropped them off at the NAACP Headquarters (595 Lincoln Ave) in Pasadena on on the morning of Sunday, December 17.
Although Christmas tree fires are rare, they are very serious when they do occur. The Pasadena Fire Department reminds residents to make sure smoke and carbon monoxide alarms are in good working order and to review home escape plan with family and guests this holiday season.
Outdoor Decorations
The State Fire Marshal offers these tips for safe use of outdoor lights:
- Use lights rated for outdoor use only.
- Check and make sure wires are not frayed to allow water to seep inside.
- Consider replacing older outdoor lights with newer LED lights that are ‘greener’ and cooler.
- Securely anchor outdoor lights and decorations against the wind and storms with insulated holders or hooks.
- Use electrical connection protectors to keep water out.
- All outdoor electrical decorations should be plugged into a ground-fault circuit interrupter (GFCI). You can buy portable units for outdoor use, or you can have them permanently installed by an electrician.
- Don’t overload circuits. 15 amp circuits support 1,800 watts and 20 amp circuits support 2,400 watts.
- Do not drive nails, staples or tacks through wiring insulation; this can cause a fire.
- Bring outdoor electrical lights inside after the holidays to prevent hazards and extend their life.
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