“The holidays are a time for happiness and giving, but they can also present safety hazards and rack up expenses,” says Fryeburg/North Conway State Farm agent Diane Reo.
“For instance, candle-related fires cause an average of 150 deaths and $385 million in property damage each holiday season,” she added.
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