Candles pose a significant fire risk- here’s how to stay safe

As Valentine’s Day rolls around, it’s important to remember to use caution when lighting and burning candles. Between 2009 and 2013, there were 9,300 reported home structure fires in the US that were started by candles, with an average of approximately 25 fires reported per day. Damage from these fires amounted to 86 deaths, 827 injuries and $374 million in direct property damage. A third of these fires started in bedrooms, where falling asleep played a role in 11% percent of reported home candle fires and a third of the associated deaths. To minimize the damage and injury associated with...