Follow the safety tips below to help ensure your safety when using candles:

Candles

* Place candles in sturdy, fireproof candleholders where they cannot be knocked over.

* Make sure all candles are out before going to bed or leaving the house.

* Keep candles, matches, and lighters out of children’s reach.

* Keep candles away from Christmas trees, evergreen clippings, decorations, presents, and wrapping paper

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