Firefighters say it’s important to make sure your live tree stays hydrated because you don’t want a fire to ruin your holidays.
Christmas tree &Candle Safety Tips read below-link
Consider using battery-operated flameless candles, which can look, smell and fell like real candles On average, 42 home candle fires are reported every day!
ALWAYS Keep it Moist. After slicing off a bit of stump, immediately put your tree into the tree stand with fresh water. It's very important to keep the water above the base of the tree and keep it fresh. If the base dries out, you'll lose your tree's needles very quickly. Watering Christmas tree stands Work the best the main point it to keep the tree Moist.
If you like the brine method, some say the sugar water idea works! Sounds sticky and a mess for clean up after!
Sugar water Ingredients:
1 gallon hot water
2 C. light corn syrup
4 tsp. bleach
2-4 tsp. lemon juice
1/2 tsp. Epsom salts
Safety First! While this mixture isn't particularly toxic, it's not healthy, either. So it's best to keep it out of reach of kids and pets. Clearly mark the container of sugar water for the tree, keeping it covered and away from children. If you have pets, using sugar water for Christmas trees isn't a great idea unless they cannot access the water holder for the tree (cats and dogs alike have been known to lap up alternative water sources in the house).
Fires go up about 30 percent during these holiday months and many of those runs are because of dried out Christmas trees.
Other fire hazards to be aware of this season are lit candles and kitchen fires.
Choose the Right Lights. When choosing your decorations for your Christmas tree, be sure to choose lights and other decorations with little to no heat. Use cool lights on the tree (the less heat the tree receives, the longer it lasts and the safer it is in your home).
Keep Away from the Heat. Along the same lines as the tip above, your heating can also have an effect on your tree. Place the tree well away from fireplaces and heating vents (or close any open vents near the tree).
http://www.divinedinnerparty.com/sugar-water-for-christmas-trees.html
http://www.whas11.com/news/Firefighters-warn-citizens-of-Christmas-hazards-181696241.html
http://multiples.about.com/od/winterholidayswithtwins/a/holsafetree.htm
http://www.usfa.fema.gov/citizens/home_fire_prev/candle.shtm
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