Keep the Holidays Merry — Not Smoky: Fire Safety Tips for Christmas

Christmas is a time for celebration, connection, and creating memories. Homes come alive with cooking, entertaining, decorations, and summer BBQs — but with all that festive activity comes an increased risk of fire.

In fact, the Christmas period is one of the busiest times of year for household fire incidents. The good news? A few simple precautions — and the right fire safety tools — can help keep your holidays safe and stress-free.

Why Fire Risks Increase at Christmas

During the festive season, many homes experience:

• More cooking than usual, often with multiple dishes prepared at once

• Outdoor BBQs, especially during the Australian summer

• Electrical overload, from Christmas lights, chargers, and extra appliances

• Busy environments, where distractions are common

  
  

These conditions increase the likelihood of small fires starting in kitchens, outdoor areas, garages, or vehicles — particularly when guests, children, and pets are around.

The Importance of Being Prepared

When a fire starts, the first few seconds matter. Having a fire-fighting solution within easy reach can make all the difference between a minor incident and serious damage.

That’s why many households are choosing compact, easy-to-use fire safety products that can be stored where fires are most likely to occur — such as kitchens, BBQ areas, caravans, boats, and vehicles.

Fire Terminator: A Modern Approach to Fire Safety

Fire Terminator Hydrodynamic Spray® is designed to help tackle a wide range of common fire risks in everyday environments. Unlike traditional fire extinguishers, it comes in a lightweight, easy-to-handle spray format that’s ideal for fast response.

Key features include:

• Designed for multiple fire types, including common household and electrical fires

• Plant-based and PFAS-free, with an environmentally conscious formulation

• Compact and convenient, making it easy to store in high-risk areas

• Simple to use, helping reduce hesitation in an emergency

  
  

It’s the kind of safety product you hope you never need — but one you’ll be glad to have nearby if something goes wrong.

Where Fire Safety Matters Most During the Holidays

During Christmas, consider keeping fire safety top of mind in:

• The kitchen, especially when frying, roasting, or cooking with oils

• Outdoor cooking areas, including BBQs and pizza ovens

• Living areas, where decorations and lights are running for long periods

• On the road, in caravans, campers, boats, and vehicles during holiday travel

  
  

A Small Step for a Safer Christmas

Fire safety doesn’t have to be complicated. Taking simple precautions, staying attentive while cooking, avoiding overloaded power boards, and having the right equipment close by, can go a long way toward protecting your home and loved ones.

This Christmas, give yourself the gift of peace of mind. Stay prepared, stay safe, and enjoy every moment of the festive season.

From all of us at Fire Terminator, we wish you a safe and happy Christmas and a confident start to the New Year.