{"id":685,"date":"2021-10-29T13:12:25","date_gmt":"2021-10-29T13:12:25","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/nca2dev.wpenginepowered.com\/nca-encourages-fire-safety-at-home-especially-during-storms-and-loss-of-power\/"},"modified":"2021-10-29T13:12:25","modified_gmt":"2021-10-29T13:12:25","slug":"nca-encourages-fire-safety-at-home-especially-during-storms-and-loss-of-power","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/candles.org\/nca-encourages-fire-safety-at-home-especially-during-storms-and-loss-of-power\/","title":{"rendered":"NCA Encourages Fire Safety at Home \u2013 Especially During Storms and Loss of Power"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>While every October is Fire Safety Month, the National Candle Association encourages fire and candle safety all year long, especially with the increase in storms and hurricanes during this transitional season. According to the National Fire Protection Association, more than 20% of candle fires involving fatalities occur during a loss of power. To ensure that percentage decreases, we\u2019ve compiled 7 important candle safety tips for you and your family:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>DO use pillar or container candles.&nbsp;<\/strong>Broader-based candles are a suitable option for power outages, as these are less likely to be accidentally knocked over. When possible, candles should be enclosed within glass hurricane holders or globes.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>DO pay attention to proximity<\/strong>. It\u2019s important to make sure that you\u2019re not burning a candle on or near anything that could catch fire. Keep candles at least 12 inches away from furniture, drapes, bedding, carpets, books, or any other flammable objects. Place burning candles at least 3 inches apart from one another so they don\u2019t melt one another or burn improperly.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>DON\u2019T leave burning candles unattended.&nbsp;<\/strong>Try to restrict people and candles to one room in the house so the location of family members can always be accounted for and you can keep an eye on open flames. Extinguish all candles before going to bed or leaving a room.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>DO place candles on a fire-resistant surface.&nbsp;<\/strong>Place a handle in its holder on a stable, nonflammable surface, such as a metal cookie sheet, frying pan or ceramic plate.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>DON\u2019T light a candle if you smell gas.&nbsp;<\/strong>If you smell gas inside or outside your home, immediately put out all open flames, shut off your gas supply, leave the area, get to a safe place, and call 911.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>DON\u2019T use candles as a search guide or night light.&nbsp;<\/strong>Avoid walking around with a candle. Dark rooms can increase the chance of tripping or brushing against a flammable item. Use a flashlight instead.&nbsp; Never leave a candle burning when you are sleeping.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>DO keep candles out of reach of children and pets.&nbsp;<\/strong>Place candles up high to avoid the risk of pets, children, or adults accidentally bumping candles over in the dark.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>The next time inclement weather strikes this fall or winter, don\u2019t be afraid to grab for a candle as a source of needed light, just remember to light it safely. For a complete list of tips for safe candle use, check out <a href=\"https:\/\/candles.org\/fire-safety-candles\/read-the-label\/\">NCA\u2019s&nbsp;Candle Safety Rules<\/a>. 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