Christmas is quickly approaching which means you may be decorating for the holidays. Portage la Prairie Fire Department Fire Chief Dave Holmes encourages everyone to make sure the lights you're using on your tree, or on your home, are in good working order. Holmes suggest checking all light strings for damage. He insists if you notice the wires worn or damaged you should either have it repaired properly or replaced. He notes you should keep all combustibles away from lights as well as all other heat sources. Holmes adds if you decide to use a real tree, you should always ensure it adequately watered. He stresses when dry, Christmas trees are extremely flammable.