We all know the fire-safety basics, pounded home by our elementary school teachers and Smoky the Bear.
Smoke kills so get down and crawl low.
Stop, drop, and roll if clothing ignites. Install fire extinguishers in easy access areas and put smoke detectors in all rooms . But glowing in the Wood River Valley's winter wonderland are some new and, especially to visitors from southern climates, less familiar hazards. Fireplaces, wood-burning stoves and even Christmas tree lights, if handled improperly, can stamp out holiday cheer. Home fires, alas, are a real threat.