'Project Holiday' educates public about potential holiday fire hazard

SAN DIEGO – While most people connect the holidays with Christmas trees, festive meals, flickering lights and other decorations, far fewer of us associate these holiday hallmarks with potential fire hazards. Holiday decorations, Christmas trees, candles and cooking, however, all contribute to an increased number of home fires during December, making it one of the leading months for U.S. home fires.

To help everyone enjoy a fire-safe holiday season, the National Fire Protection Association is launching its annual "Project Holiday" campaign, which works to educate the public about potential fire...