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flag Sarnia warns of increased fire risks during holidays due to cooking, decorations, and lithium batteries, urging safety measures like tree watering, working alarms, and safe charging.

flag Sarnia Fire Rescue is warning residents that Christmas and New Year’s are peak times for fatal fires due to increased cooking, gatherings, and holiday decorations. flag Fire safety educator Capt. flag Mike Otis urges daily watering of Christmas trees to prevent rapid ignition, proper use of electrical cords, and the use of battery-powered candles. flag Real candles should never be left unattended. flag Kitchen safety is stressed, with a reminder to “look when you cook.” Residents are advised to ensure smoke and carbon monoxide alarms are working, have a home escape plan with two exits per room, and practice annual drills. flag The fire service also warns of rising risks from lithium-ion battery fires in devices like phones and e-bikes, which can enter “thermal runaway,” and recommends avoiding overnight charging and proper disposal of damaged batteries.

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