With the holidays comes decorated trees, lights, candles, so it is time for some safety reminders. While candles are beautiful and make homes feel cozy and inviting, they present significant fire risks, which increase the chances for holiday fun to become a holiday disaster.
Candles are one of the leading causes for home fires and home fire injuries according to the National Fire Protection Association. The NFPA also reports that candles cause one-third of home fires around the holidays.
December is the peak month for home candle fires according to the NFPA. (Wydaily/Courtesy of staff Annie Gallo)
York County Department of Fire Safety posted the following tips from the NFPA to help keep the community safe.