According to the National Fire Protection Association, there are on average 20 candle-related fires each day in the U.S
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The South Whidbey Fire/EMS District posted this to its Facebook page on .
According to the National Fire Protection Association, there are on average 20 candle-related fires each day in the U.S. and approximately one-third (37%) of home candle fires start in bedrooms. Please pay special attention to the following to keep everyone safe.
-Blow out all candles and extinguish incense before you leave a room and before you go to bed
-Keep candles and incense at least 12 inches from anything that can burn
-Candleholders should be heat resistant, sturdy and large enough to contain any drips or melted wax and won’t tip over easily
-Keep candles, incense, matches and lighters out of reach of children and pets
-Don’t burn a candle all the way down — put it out before it gets too close to the holder or container
-Avoid the use of candles and incense in the bedroom and other areas where people may fall asleep
