Fire Prevention & Safety Tips & Links

While candles, Christmas trees, and other decorations are part of the holiday spirit, they can pose fire and poisoning hazards, especially to curious children. Decorate safely!

Cooking is the leading cause of residential structure fires and injuries. Be especially careful when using hot oil cookers and fryers.  

Prevent fires and burns when using turkey fryers (CPSC). 

Carefully decorate Christmas trees to help make your holidays safer.

Christmas & Holidays

Ten tips for making your Christmas tree fire-safe (pdf)

Learn more about holiday tree safety.

Holiday tree fire hazards (USFA) 

Never leave burning candles unattended. Remember that a candle is an open flame. It can easily ignite any combustible nearby. Use candles safely (NFPA).

Decorate safely for the holidays. CPSC brochure (pdf)

Give holiday presents that promote fire safety. Holiday gift ideas (pdf)

Your Contra Costa County Fire Protection District wishes you safe and Happy Holidays!