Michele Anderson, Public Safety Communications Manager
Wednesday, December 13, 2017 at 10:53 a.m.
December is the peak time of year for home candle fires. According to the National Fire Protection Association, in December 11% of home candle fires began with decorations compared to 4% the rest of the year.
“The holidays present great potential for candle-related home fires,” says Spokane Fire Marshal Michael Miller. “Statistics show the top three days for home candle fires are Christmas, New Year’s Eve and New Year’s Day.”
Residents must remember that while candles bring an added element to holiday celebrations, the open flame of a candle can easily and quickly ignite any combustible that is close by such as curtains, draperies, bedding and holiday decorations.
The Spokane Fire Department (SFD) suggests the following safety tips to help avoid a candle-related holiday tragedy from occurring:
The Spokane Fire Department would like to wish everyone a safe holiday season. For more information on holiday fire safety tips contact SFD’s Fire Prevention Bureau at 509-625-7058.