Most house fires start in the winter months, because of heater malfunctions and dry Christmas trees. Also, according to this post by Jill Russell at the Trulia Blog, newer homes are more prone to fires than older ones (because of the amount of synthetic materials used in construction and furniture). So, how should you protect your modern home from fire during the winter? Check out the rest of the tips from Russell here:
-Always keep a fire extinguisher in your home on every floor
-Check your smoke detector regularly
-Check all wiring regularly
-Be careful with space heater and keep fireplaces clean
-Mind the dryer (and clean out the lint trap)