While Christmas tree fires are not as common as they once were, they are far more dangerous when they do happen.

The flames grew in a matter of seconds. Once the fire started at the bottom of the Christmas tree, it quickly spread upward — fueled by the dry branches. The tree hadn’t been watered in weeks. In less ...

COLUMBUS — The Ohio State Fire Marshal is advising Ohio residents using live Christmas trees to ensure that trees are removed from the home before they become too dried out and become a fire hazard.

The holidays may be winding down, but the risk of fire involving live Christmas trees is getting greater by the day. The Ohio Department of Commerce Division of State Fire Marshal (SFM) reminds Ohioan ...

Avon firefighters responded to a New Year's Eve house fire, where seven people and two dogs escaped; four were injured.

Few things put you in the holiday spirit like live Christmas trees — artificial evergreens just can't match the smell and ambiance they generate. But these beautiful symbols of the season may also be ...

Arlington Heights authorities are warning residents to take precautions with live Christmas trees after one caught fire and caused extensive damage to a home Friday night. Two adults were taken to ...

There’s something timeless about a real Christmas tree. The smell of pine, the soft glow of lights, and ornaments that carry years of memories all help set the ...

Residents are being urged to take extra precautions this holiday season, especially if they have a live Christmas tree at home. Los Angeles County Fire Chief Anthony C. Marrone and Los Angeles Fire ...

ONGOING ROAD IMPROVEMENT PROJECT. WELL, THE SACRAMENTO FIRE DEPARTMENT AND METRO FIRE DEPARTMENTS HOSTED AN EVENT TO HIGHLIGHT SOME OF THE FIRE DANGERS THIS HOLIDAY SEASON. CREWS DID A LIVE DEMO OF A ...