a christmas tree fire extinguishing system is provided , wherein an automatically initiated fire extinguishing agent is contained within a housing below the tree and a plurality of smoke and heat sensors communicate to a control unit . the control unit controls the trigger and interprets the sensor signals , while also sending signals to a communications system upon a fire event to notify the homeowner and / or the local fire authorities . in combination with the fire extinguishing agent , the system can monitor the tree and alert property authorities in the event of a fire to prevent home fires and major property damage . also provided is an audible fire alert for those in the home , wherein a sound generator is energized if smoke or fire is detected to warn those in the immediate vicinity .