Deputy Head of the Crimea Department of the Ministry of Emergencies of the Russian Federation Igor Skurtul said that when removing wreaths, it is necessary to check the integrity of all connections, especially the old one, RIA News.
According to him, the average lifespan of garlands is about five years. But often garlands are stored in a box and no one knows how old they are.
“Therefore, it is imperative to pay special attention to the integrity of all connections, the readiness of the wreath to fulfill its function for a long time,” Skurtul said.
He also insisted that under no circumstances should the wreaths be left unattended or unwrapped at night.
Before that, State Duma deputy, chairman of the Union of Summer Residents of the Moscow Region Nikita Chaplin statedNew Year’s wreath can cause fire.
A Chinese wreath in Balashikha near Moscow, December 19 caught fire in the apartment window.
police officers before detained The driver who covers his car with garlands.