Candle Safety
Consider using battery-operated flameless candles, which are much safer than regular candles.
If you choose to use regular candles, keep these tips in mind:
- Ensure candles are in sturdy metal, glass or ceramic holders and placed where they cannot be easily knocked down.
- Keep candles out of the reach of children and pets.
- Set a good example by using matches, lighters and fire carefully.
- NEVER leave burning candles unattended! Extinguish them before going to sleep or leaving the room!
- Children should never be allowed to play with matches, lighters or candles. Keep these items out of reach of children, up in a high place that is locked.
- Never put candles on a Christmas tree.
- December is the peak time of year for home candle fires. In addition, the two peak days for candle fires are Christmas and Christmas Eve.