There’s a special beauty and tranquility to candles, but a lighted candle is also an open flame – and a potential fire hazard if not carefully monitored.

Accidental candle fires account for approximately four percent of all U.S. residential fires, and more than 15,000 residential fires are caused each year by the careless or inappropriate use of candles. According to the National Fire Protection Association*, most candle fires start in bedrooms (38%), followed by living areas (15%), bathrooms (14%), and kitchens (8%).

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