BETHLEHEM, N.Y. (AP) - Authorities say six members of a New York City family escaped serious injuries after their sport utility vehicle crashed and overturned on the Thruway outside Albany.     

State police say the family's 17-year-old son was driving the Mercedes Benz SUV when it crashed around 1:45 a.m. Friday off the northbound lanes of Interstate 87 in the town of Bethlehem, just south of Albany.     

Troopers say a 7-year-old boy sitting unrestrained in a back seat was ejected from the vehicle when it overturned. Police say he suffered cuts and bruises.     

His mother and 11-year-old sister also suffered non-life-threatening injuries. Police say they're being treated at an Albany hospital.     

The three other members of the Queens family weren't injured.     

Acting State Fire Administrator Bryant D. Stevens is reminding New Yorkers how to be safe during the holiday season. There is an increased fire risk around the holidays because of improper installation and practices of using decorations around the house.

"Most fires occur because of simple human error," said Stevens in a statement. "Every year during the holidays we unfortunately see an increase in candle-related fires that are simply preventable. Candles add a distinctive aura to this festive season, but treat them with respect. Place candles where they will not be knocked over and extinguish them when you leave the room. Above all, teach your children that they should not play with candles."

Here are some tips to keep you and your loved ones safe over the holidays. For more safety tips and information click here.

The Bethlehem Central School District is alerting people that information and registration forms for NYSSMA piano evaluation March 9-10 at The College of St. Rose can be found here.

Registration is due Jan. 13. For more Bethlehem Central information and events click here.