Romeoville Fire Department Gives Holiday Fire Safety Tips

ROMEOVILLE, IL — The Romeoville Fire Department is urging residents to help it "keep the wreath red," and practice holiday fire safety.

The department has placed wreaths, illuminated with red bulbs, at all three Romeoville fire stations, the department said. If a fire occurs during the holiday season, and holiday decorations are determined to be involved, one of the red light bulbs will be changed to a white light bulb.

The wreaths serve as a reminder of safety precautions that should be taken during the holiday season, the department said.

The fire department gave the following safety tips to help create a fire-safe environment:

• Unplug holiday lights before leaving home or sleeping
• Do not overload extension cords
• Be careful with candles and open flames
• Use flame-retardant decorations
• Ensure lights are in good condition and Underwriters Laboratories listed
• Keep natural trees watered; do not rely on chemical sprays to make your tree flame resistant
• Remember to check all smoke alarms and carbon monoxide detectors in your home

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