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BEFORE purchasing a live tree, check for freshness to minimize fire hazard of dry needles.
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BEFORE mounting a tree in the house, cut base so it can absorb water, at least 1 gallon a day.
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Place tree away from fireplaces and other heat sources. Don’t use electrical ornaments or light strings on artificial tress with metallic leaves or branch coverings. This could create an electrical shock.
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Whether artificial or freshly cut, a tree should be kept at least 3 feet from all sources of heat.
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It is important to make sure the tree doesn’t block any exists.
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If you are using a metallic or artificial tree, make sure it is flame retardant. Although this label does not mean the tree won’t catch fire, it does indicate the tree will resist burning and should extinguish quickly.
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Do not use electrical lights on a metal tree.
