Peak Time for Candle Fires

12/1/2022 (Permalink)

Did you know? December is the peak month for candle fires and Christmas is the peak day?

SERVPRO of North Highlands / Rio Linda wants everyone in our community and greater Sacramento area to stay safe and fire free this holiday season. We know that Christmas time can be stressful on its own and a property fire would send that stress through the roof. Here are some candle safety tip to help prevent candle fires in your home.

Candle Safety Tips

• Always use a flashlight, not a candle, for emergency lighting.
• Consider using battery-operated flameless candles.
• Keep candles at least 12-inches from flammable materials.
• Use sturdy, safe candle holders.
• Never leave a burning candle unattended.
• Be careful not to splatter wax when extinguishing a candle.
• Avoid using candles in bedrooms and sleeping areas.

Candles and Children

• Keep candles out of reach of children, and never leave a child unattended with a lit candle.
• A child should not sleep in a room with a lit candle.
• Don’t allow children or teens to have candles in their bedrooms.

Tip

• Did you know? If you hold your finger in front of the flame as you blow the candle out, the air will flow around your finger. This will extinguish the candle from both sides. This prevents any hot wax from splattering.

SERVPRO of North Highlands / Rio Linda hopes that you and your family are disaster free but if a property fire does affect you, we are ready to help. For all of your fire, smoke, and other cleaning and restoration needs call us at (916) 991-1522. We have 24/7 emergency services because we know a fire never works with in your schedule.

References: Cal Fire, Candle Safety Fact Sheet pdf.