More than one-third of Christmas tree home fires occur in January

January 5, 2026 – If you’re struggling to part ways with your Christmas tree, consider this: More than one-third (35 percent) of U.S. home fires involving Christmas trees occur in January. With this post-holiday fire hazard in mind, the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) is strongly encouraging prompt removal of Christmas trees after the holiday season.“As much as we all e...