The holiday season should be a joyous time fith friends and family, not a time of pain and loss. Here are some statistics to think about. •905 people die in winter home fires each year. •$2,091,000,000 in property loss occurs from winter home fires. •67 percent of winter fires occur in one- and two-family homes. •Cooking is the leading cause of all winter home fires. •5 to 8 p.m. is the most common time for winter home fires. Do not leave cooking unattended. Keep flammable objects at least 3 feet away from stoves and fireplaces. Turn all Christmas lighting off before going to bed.