Keep Thanksgiving decorations away from sources of direct heat. Make sure your Christmas tree is fresh. Shedding needles is a sign of a dry tree. Keep your tree fresh by placing it in a stand that holds water. Make sure artificial trees are flame-retardant.
Place trees away from direct sources of heat.
Only buy electric lights that are approved by a national testing lab. Always unplug lights before going to bed. Keep candles in sturdy holders and never place them near combustibles, such as curtains. Avoid hanging stockings near an open flame. This is a major cause of chimney fires.