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ADVISORY: Christmas Tree Safety

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ADVISORY: Christmas Tree Safety

For immediate release: December 07, 2020Published by: Philadelphia Fire Department Contact: Battalion Chief Gustav Baumann pfd.media@phila.gov

MEDIA ADVISORY

WHAT: Christmas tree safety tips

WHO: Fire Commissioner Adam Thiel
Deputy Streets Commissioner Keith Warren
UPenn Fire & Emergency Services Chief Eugene Janda

WHEN: Tuesday, Dec. 8 at noon

WHERE: Engine 8 Station

4th & Arch streets

A safe holiday season means properly choosing, caring for and disposing of natural-cut Christmas trees, which are permitted in one- and two-family homes in Philadelphia. Tips include cutting a small amount off the base of the tree, which will be demonstrated.

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