According to the 
Official website of the Department of Homeland Security, you should:
- Stay off the road during and after a winter storm.
- Keep candles away from flammable materials.
- Keep an eye on food when cooking.
- Turn off holiday lights at night.
- Keep your tree watered, don’t let your holiday tree dry out.
- Shop securely online over the holidays.
Other Holiday Safety input:
Holidays and Drunk Drivers, Preparing for a Winter Storm and the Holidays Webinar, Travelling Safely during the Holidays, Holiday Health and Safety Tips, Holiday Travels: Is Your Home Safe While you are Away?
