not burning down the house is better.When it comes to holiday decorations, Christmas trees are a must for many. But while the sight of a fully decorated tree may inspire joy, these trees can pose a significant fire threat if they’re not properly maintained.Firefighters respond to an average of 160 home fires a year stemming from Christmas trees, according to the National Fire Protection Association.
These fires reportedly cause $10 million in property damage, and cause an average of 14 injuries and two deaths each year.Fox News spoke with Robert Verhelst, a fireman with 21 years of experience and a motivational speaker based out of Wisconsin, about how to prevent Christmas tree fires.RELATED: 20% Americans have reportedly gotten hurt while.