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Safety Tips to Avoid a Morris County Home Fire During the Holidays

Darric Mitchell • Dec 03, 2018
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There are statistics indicating an increased risk of fire and smoke damage during the holidays. Despite this, everyone loves the holiday season. It is the time of year that brings family and friends together, and it's a season of giving, decoration and overall joy! With that being said, it is also the season of blissful distraction — you’re focused on celebrating rather than everyday responsibilities. Don’t let that distraction result in something tragic. Here are important safety tips to keep in mind to avoid a home fire this holiday season.

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Your Christmas tree is at the center of the holiday spirit, but it also has the ability to send an entire room up in flames in less than 30 seconds. A dry tree will have an almost explosive effect if it catches fire, according to HouseLogic. When buying a tree, choose one that looks the most freshly cut with a high quantity of needles left on it. Be sure to water it every single day, and avoid keeping it too close to sources of heat.

Cooking

Cooking is a frequent and festive activity during the holidays, but it can devolve into disaster if you are not paying enough attention. Your stovetop is the number one place for a kitchen fire to start, especially when you are frying. Being diligent this holiday season is crucial; always set a timer when you have something in the oven, avoid setting things too close to the stove, and never leave the room while you are cooking.

Lights and Decorations

As you are putting the finishing touches on your home’s holiday decorations, there are important things to keep in mind, and reassess if need be. For starters, examine your lights, especially if they are going on your tree. If there are a significant number of broken lights, the wires are frayed, or the sockets are no longer in good condition, it is time to replace them. They are inexpensive, so you do not need to worry about breaking the bank – it will be a much better investment than losing your home to a fire. The same goes for decorations that are not in the best condition; it is always best to replace than risk disaster.

We Are Here for You After Any Home Fire

After a home fire during the holiday season or any other time, we are here for you at Restoration 1 of Morris County. Should you experience the worst and require fire damage restoration services, contact us24/7 at 973-810-4145.

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Throughout Morris and surrounds, we have seen rapidly changing and evolving situations when it comes to virus updates. For the last decade, Restoration 1 of Morris County has specialized in bio-hazard cleanup, which means our certified experts are ready for all your virus disinfection and sanitation needs. Rest assured, our team is equipped with advanced equipment and trained on the latest techniques to clean up any type of bio-hazard. We are stocked with CDC and EPA approved cleaning agents to effectively clean and sanitize your floors, bathrooms, keyboards, shelving, door knobs, storage areas and all other surfaces people may have come in contact with. On top of this, we are fully trained and equipped with the proper safety equipment to reduce the risk of contamination or illness from any bio-hazard materials. The sooner we get on the job, the better. We offer 24/7 emergency services and flexible scheduling to work with your individual needs. Here’s How Restoration 1 of Morris County Will Complete a Virus Disinfection & Sanitation: Our team is certified by the IICRC (Institute of Inspection Cleaning & Restoration Certification) when it comes to disease cleanup Restoration 1 uses the approved CDC and EPA industrial-strength disinfectants to decontaminate and disinfect surfaces. We properly handle hazardous and infectious bio-hazard waste, such as infected materials Restoration 1’s cleanup technicians are always dressed in fully encapsulated personal protective equipment with a full-face respirator masks How You Can Prevent Virus and Disease From Spreading Stay Informed. We recommend that you check the following resources daily for the most up to date information: Centers for Disease Control: cdc.gov Google Blog: https://www.blog.google/inside-google/company-announcements/covid-19-how-were-continuing-to-help/ American Public Health Association: https://www.apha.org/topics-and-issues/communicable-disease/coronavirus/in-the-news World Health Organization: who.int Health Resources and Services Administration: https://www.hrsa.gov/public-health/index.html Your State and Local Public Health Websites, such New Jersey Department of Health For general questions about corona virus, call the Morris County Help Line at 1-800-222-1222.. Viruses often spread via human contact. They can also spread via respiratory particles that are left on surfaces and objects. These infected particles can come from coughing or sneezing. The particles can continue to live on a surface for weeks even after first contact. If someone else comes into contact with these particles, and then touches their face, mouth, nose or eyes without washing their hands, they are also at serious risk of contracting the virus. Avoid coming into contact with people, maintain a safe distance in social situation Do not shake hands or hug people Carry an alcohol-based hand sanitizer Wash your hands often with soap and water for at least 20 seconds especially if you feel you may have been in contact with infected particles Avoid touching your eyes, nose, and mouth unless you have recently washed your hands Avoid close contact with people who are sick and stay home if you are feeling sick, unless you need medical assistance Cover your mouth and nose when you cough or sneeze with a bent elbow Clean and disinfect frequently touched surfaces daily When it comes to virus disinfection, it’s better to be safe than sorry. Contact our Morris County branch today, on 973-810-4145. Disclaimer: Please be advised that nothing completely eliminates bacteria or viruses and these are efforts to contain and control the spread of a virus.
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