How Quickly can a Dry Christmas Tree turn Holiday Cheer into Tragedy?

January 2, 2018 | by Avid Risk

We at AVID hope your

holidays were merry

and bright – but not

THIS kind of bright

Did you know that once a dry Christmas tree catches fire, it takes just seconds for it to spread to the entire room? Don’t believe us? Click the video below!

Dry Christmas trees are extremely flammable, especially when covered in lights, cords, and ornaments. According to the National Fire Protection Association, Christmas tree fires are much more likely to be deadly than most other fires. On average, one out of every 32 reported home Christmas tree fires resulted in a fatality, compared to an average of one death per 143 reported home fires.