October is known as a spooky month with Halloween displays in stores and in our neighborhoods. But it isn’t the kids with vampire teeth or the zombie entering your property that’s a threat. The real danger is the uptick in household fires due to Halloween decorations, and ignoring these safety tips can result in a truly scary situation. The National Fire Protection Association warns home and business owners of fire safety hazards we unknowingly create including the following:
Nearly 800 house fires per year are attributed to decorations being the first thing ignited to cause the fire, according to the NFPA. Furthermore, be aware that more than 1/3 of these fires began with a candle flame. So, unless under 100% adult supervision, avoid all candles in your decorations, and focus on the cute little monsters coming to your door. That’s the only scare you want on this haunted holiday!! Have fun and be safe!