UK households urged to avoid lighting candles and there's a reason why

UK households urged to avoid lighting candles and there's a reason why

Candle fans have been issued a significant warning, urging them to think twice before potentially facing life-threatening problems - including fires and 'hidden' health hazards. As the weather cools from mid-September, interest in candles typically increases, with six in 10 (64%) of Brits regularly using home wellness products such as scented candles.

However, over 1,000 fires are linked to candles each year, equating to three fires per day. The majority of these candle-related fires occur between October and February , with most breaking out between 9pm and midnight . Sleep is a factor in 10% of these incidents.

As we approach autumn, the risk of candle fires rises, prompting experts to share advice on what