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Wichita fire captain and police PIO deliver holiday fire and theft-prevention guidance
Summary
Wichita Fire and Police officials advised residents to keep Christmas trees watered, keep trees at least 3 feet from heat sources, follow manufacturer instructions for lights, ensure working smoke detectors, avoid warming vehicles unattended, lock cars and remove valuables, and report suspicious activity; a city contact number was provided for assistance.
Wichita officials used the Regional Fire Training Center briefing to deliver specific holiday-safety guidance for residents. An unnamed Wichita Fire captain warned that live Christmas trees can become dangerously dry and urged steps to reduce fire risk: check needle loss when selecting a tree, cut about 2 inches off the trunk base, keep the stand filled with water and water the tree…
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