Officials warning about Christmas fire hazards

Regina Fire and Protective Services officials are sounding off about some holiday-specific fire safety concerns this Christmas.

“I know, it sounds like we're trying to take Christmas away,” spokesperson Angela Prawzick laughs, insisting she's just looking out for people's well-being.

While she admits it might sound a bit grinchy she's warning against hanging your stockings by the chimney, which is of course a Christmas staple.

“Make sure people will be able to enjoy what's in those stockings. Simply hang them some place away from where the fireplace is.”