Phoenix Fire: Time to take the Christmas tree to the curb If you don’t, Phoenix Fire said something as simple as a hot Christmas light could send your home up in flames. Author: Matt Yurus (12News) Updated: 10:46 AM MST December 30, 2020 PHOENIX — Most of us are ready to say goodbye to 2020. But we might not be ready to get rid of our Christmas tree. But alas, Phoenix Fire says it’s time. “If your tree has been up for a while, it’s time to take it down," Phoenix Fire Captain Rob McDade said. "It’s a huge fire hazard in your home.”