On the seventh day of holiday fire prevention, your fire department reminds you to stay fire-safe while enjoying the warmth of your fireplace or woodstove

On the seventh day of holiday fire prevention, your fire department reminds you to stay fire-safe while enjoying the warmth of your fireplace or woodstove
**** Via HRFE On the seventh day of holiday fire prevention, your fire department reminds you to stay fire-safe while enjoying the warmth of your fireplace or woodstove • Have your wood burning appliances inspected and cleaned yearly by a WETT-certified professional. • Burn only dry, seasoned wood - never wrapping paper, cardboard, or your holiday tree. • Keep anything that can burn at least one metre (three feet) away. • Use a fireplace screen to stop sparks. • Let ashes cool completely, then place them in a metal container with a tight lid. Store it outside, away from anything that can burn.