According to the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA)<\/strong>, U.S. fire departments respond to an average of 7,600 home structure fires every year caused by candles<\/strong>. These incidents result in nearly 90 deaths, 670 injuries, and over $290 million in property damage annually<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n And while December and the holidays see the highest spike, October ranks among the most dangerous months<\/strong> due to Halloween d\u00e9cor, costumes, and flammable materials being too close to open flames.<\/p>\n\n\n\n In Colorado Springs<\/strong>, where dry air, wood-frame homes, and gusty fall winds are common, even one unattended candle can ignite decorations, drapes, or dry leaves, turning a fun night into a frightening emergency.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Most candle-related fires start simply because something flammable was left too close to the flame<\/strong>, about 60% of all candle fires<\/strong>, per the NFPA.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Common culprits include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n The risk multiplies when candles are placed inside carved pumpkins<\/strong>, since heat builds up and flames can reach nearby items, especially if the pumpkin sits on wood or fabric surfaces.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Keep your celebrations safe and fun with these fire-smart habits:<\/p>\n\n\n\n \ud83c\udf83 Go Flameless:<\/strong> \ud83d\udd25 Keep Your Distance:<\/strong> \ud83d\udd6f\ufe0f Use Sturdy Holders:<\/strong> \ud83d\udeaa Never Leave Candles Unattended:<\/strong> \ud83c\udfad Mind the Kids and Pets:<\/strong> \ud83c\udf42 Keep Pumpkins Safe:<\/strong> \ud83d\udea8 Check Your Smoke Alarms:<\/strong> Even with the best precautions, accidents can happen. When fire or smoke damage affects your home, PuroClean of Colorado Springs<\/strong> is here 24\/7 to respond.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Our certified technicians specialize in:<\/p>\n\n\n\n We work closely with homeowners and insurance adjusters<\/strong> across Colorado Springs to ensure a smooth, fair, and fast recovery, restoring both property and peace of mind.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Let\u2019s make sure your Halloween memories stay full of laughter and light, not smoke and sirens. With a few smart precautions, you can enjoy every flicker of the season safely.<\/p>\n\n\n\n If you experience fire, smoke, or soot damage<\/strong>, call PuroClean of Colorado Springs<\/strong>, your trusted local fire restoration experts.<\/p>\n\n\n\n \ud83d\udcde(719) 208-3773<\/a> When Fright Night Becomes a Fire Hazard Halloween is a favorite in Colorado Springs, from decked-out porches to pumpkin-lit patios. But with candles glowing inside jack-o\u2019-lanterns and decorations filling every<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1003,"featured_media":0,"template":"","blog-category":[12],"class_list":["post-19128","blog","type-blog","status-publish","hentry","blog-category-fire-restoration"],"acf":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.puroclean.com\/colorado-springs-co-puroclean-central-colorado-springs\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/blog\/19128","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.puroclean.com\/colorado-springs-co-puroclean-central-colorado-springs\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/blog"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.puroclean.com\/colorado-springs-co-puroclean-central-colorado-springs\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/blog"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.puroclean.com\/colorado-springs-co-puroclean-central-colorado-springs\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1003"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/www.puroclean.com\/colorado-springs-co-puroclean-central-colorado-springs\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/blog\/19128\/revisions"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.puroclean.com\/colorado-springs-co-puroclean-central-colorado-springs\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=19128"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"blog-category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.puroclean.com\/colorado-springs-co-puroclean-central-colorado-springs\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/blog-category?post=19128"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}
\n\n\n\nWhy Candle Fires Happen More Often Than You Think<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Opt for battery-operated LED candles<\/strong> or flameless tea lights. They create the same spooky effect, without the fire risk.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
If you do use real candles, keep them at least 12 inches away from anything that can burn<\/strong>, including curtains, decorations, and costumes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Place candles on heat-resistant surfaces, in stable holders that won\u2019t tip over, and avoid soft or uneven bases like cushions or leaves.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Most candle fires start because someone left the room \u2014 or fell asleep \u2014 with the candle still burning. Always extinguish flames before leaving or going to bed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Keep candles and matches out of reach of children and pets, and avoid low surfaces where tails or costumes can knock them over.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
If you\u2019re lighting jack-o\u2019-lanterns, place them outside on concrete or stone<\/strong>, away from flammable d\u00e9cor. Consider cutting side openings instead of top-only lids for safer ventilation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Before Halloween night, test your smoke detectors to ensure they\u2019re working properly. Seconds matter when a spark becomes a flame.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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