The Clinton Fire Department is providing fire safety tips for the holiday season.

Blake West with the Clinton Fire Department reminds that real Christmas trees need to be watered every day to prevent from being dried up.

West warns that incandescent Christmas tree lightbulbs can burn hot and this was a lesson learned by a local citizen...

Winter is also a good time to check your smoke detectors are working and have fresh batteries. West indicates that it is essential to have a carbon monoxide detector.

West also says to keep decorations clear of the fireplace to prevent a fire from happening.