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Six steps to safer candles: keep 12 inches from flammables

Check stable holders, distance from combustibles and extinguishing flames before sleep.

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A candle is an open flame. Consider flameless battery versions, particularly around children and pets.

Your try-it-at-home checklist

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1. Prefer battery-powered flameless candles for decoration.
2. Set real candles in stable, nonflammable holders.
3. Keep candles at least 12 inches (about 30 cm) from paper, curtains and fabric.
4. Avoid locations accessible to pets or children or exposed to moving objects.
5. Do not burn candles in sleeping areas; use a flashlight during outages.
6. Extinguish candles before leaving any room or sleeping and confirm the flame is out.

Further reading

U.S. Fire AdministrationCandle Fire Safety — U.S. Fire Administration ↗USFA: use flameless alternatives; sturdy holders; 12 inches from combustibles; blow out when leaving or sleeping; flashlights for outages.