The holidays are a magical time of the year when we gather with family and friends to celebrate beloved traditions. However, it can also be a time when festive décor and household appliances can pose some dangerous safety hazards if you’re not prepared.

From fresh Christmas trees and candles, to space heaters and deep fryers, Patrick Sprengel, assistant fire chief of the Los Angeles County Fire Department, gives us the 4-1-1 on how to keep from calling 9-1-1 during the holiday season!

For more information on holiday safety tips, head on over to https://fire.lacounty.gov/seasonal-safety-tips/.

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