Dangers of Candle Burning

12/10/2019 (Permalink)

An unattended candle was left on a kitchen counter and caught on fire in Williamsville, NY

Blog Candle Fires on the rise in Williamsville, NY

We all love our candles in Williamsville, NY. There are so many yummy smelling scents. Scents that relax us, scents of pine tree at Christmas time, scents of apple pie fill the room and scents that make us feel like we are on a tropical island. Unfortunately candles can be dangerous.  According to the National Fire Protection Association, from 2012-2016, fire fighters responded to 8,200 fires that were caused by candles.  These fires resulted in millions of property damage and caused 80 deaths.

On and average there are , 23 home candle fires reported each day.

SERVPRO of Amherst/Clarence responds to many candle fires each year, mitigating and cleaning the damage left behind that can fill the entire home with smoke, soot and odor.

Some Safety Tips for Candle Use:

-Never burn a candle unattended

Blow the candle out before walking out of the room

-Trim the wicks before lighting

-Keep candles away from windows and drapery

-Keep away from flammable items

-Place the candle on a heat resistant surface

-Keep candles away from children and pets

-Don’t light the candles on decorative center pieces that are meant for decoration only.

Some Candle Alternatives:

-Wax warmers can give you the same scents without the risk of fire or carbon staining your walls

-Battery operated candles come in scents, timers, different colors and remotes.

-LED lights can give that glow and relaxing feeling as candles can.

Keep your family safe.  Visit www.SERVPROamherstclarence.com for more information on fire damage.

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