The fire was extinguished after three hours and burned roughly 20 acres, Spratt said. The cause of the fire was determined to be embers blowing from a burning Christmas tree. No injuries were ...

FOX 5 Washington DC. Lit Christmas tree sparks fire at Crystal City Sports Pub. Posted: January 10, 2025 | Last updated: March 19, 2025. A fire damaged a popular sports bar in Arlington and ...

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(Gray News) - More than 44,000 wireless Christmas tree light controllers are being recalled because the wireless receiver can overheat and spark a fire, according to the U.S. Consumer Product ...

Those incidents caused a total of $1.3 billion in damages, the state fire marshal's office said.Fire safety tips for your Christmas tree:When purchasing a tree, buy one that is as fresh as possible.

Tips to prevent a devastating Christmas tree fire. Choose a tree with fresh, green needles that do not fall off when touched. Before placing the tree in the stand, cut 2” from the base of the trunk.

Get rid of the tree after Christmas or when it is dry. Dried-out trees are a fire hazard and should not be left in the home or placed outside against the home. Check with your local community to ...