The Peoria Fire Department on Wednesday launched their annual campaign, Keep the Wreath Red, to serve as visual reminders of the dangers of holiday-related fires.
Through the end of the year, each of Peoria’s 12 fire stations are adorned with a holiday wreath illuminated with red bulbs. For every structure fire that occurs during the month of December, a red bulb will be replaced with a white one.
Nate Rice, division chief of fire prevention at Peoria Fire Department, said the wreath represents more than holiday décor.
“Our hope at the Peoria Fire Department is that this wreath serves as a reminder to the citizens of Peoria to practice fire safety in their homes and businesses,” said Rice. “As you drive by a fire station and see these wreaths, let it be a reminder to keep your home and businesses fire safe.”