Health Tip: Like Lighting Candles? Do it Safely

(HealthDay News) — If you enjoy burning candles, be sure to follow basic safety rules to help prevent fires.

The National Fire Protection Association offers these suggestions:

Extinguish candles before going to bed or leaving a room. Don’t burn candles in rooms where someone may sleep.
Make sure any candle is at least 12 inches away from anything that may catch fire. Use a candle on a sturdy, uncluttered surface.
Make sure no loose clothing or hair is near the candle.
Use sturdy candle holders to prevent tipping, and don’t allow a candle to burn all the way down.
Don’t burn candles where oxygen is being used.
Consider flameless candles.
During a power outage, skip candles and use flashlights.