Here are some important reminders about candle safety:

• Always stay in the room where candles are being burned.
• Keep lit candles at least one foot away from anything that can burn.
• Keep candles away from children.
• The National Fire Protection Agency discourages the use of candles in bedrooms and other areas where people may fall asleep.
• Place candles away from windows or doorways, or anywhere where drafts could affect the flame.
• When lighting a candle, keep your hair and clothing away from the flame.
• Extinguish candles when they burn to within 2 inches of their holder.