subject: Keep your Family Safe This Christmas- 3 Potential Disasters You Must Avoid [print this page] Keep your Family Safe This Christmas- 3 Potential Disasters You Must Avoid
Christmas is something that most people look forward to. It is known as a time to relax and have fun and at this time of year people begin to focus on spending time with their family and friends.
Sadly, the distractions that Christmas offers can also mean that people simply don't give enough thought to the potential disasters that are just waiting to happen.
Make sure you keep your family safe this Christmas by avoiding these potential disasters.....
Disaster 1: House Fires
A Christmas tree with sparkling lights and a room full of decorations can brighten any family home and make anyone enter into the Christmas spirit. Unfortunately, these things can also lead to fires if not handled carefully. Make sure you turn any electrical decorations off before leaving the house or going to bed. Make sure that plug sockets are not overloaded and ensure that any other decorations are not too close to any sources of heat which may enable them to catch fire
Disaster 2: Being Burgled
Christmas can be a thief's paradise in the right circumstances. A house or car full of presents is just the incentive a thief needs to test your home security measures. With this in mind, make sure your gifts are not on display to those peering through windows, ensure that all doors and windows are locked securely at all times, set the alarm or considering purchasing one. Don't advertise your current location on social networking sites and make sure your gifts are covered on your home insurance
Disaster 3: Burst Water Pipes
In freezing conditions water pipes can burst, leaving your house and possessions covered in water and you saddled with a huge bill. To avoid this situation, consider keeping your heating on low over night and just in case the worst happens make sure you know how to turn off your water supply. Once again check what you are covered for on your home insurance. If you pay for a bank account you may find that this offers emergency call out cover.
