SAN DIEGO \u2014 With the holiday season at full speed, officials with the San Diego Fire-Rescue Department remind residents to be cautious with their festive \u2014 but potentially lethal candle use. According to fire officials, candles are one of the leading causes of residential fires, recently demonstrated by a fire in North Park on Dec. 13 that left an apartment renter hospitalized with smoke inhalation injuries. Damage to the apartment and contents was placed at $100,000, said fire department spokesman Lee Swanson. To ensure safety this holiday, fire officials issue the following tips: \u2022 Never burn candles near combustibles like curtains or decorations \u2022 Never put candles near windows or exits \u2022 Never leave candles within reach of small children or pets \u2022 Keep burning candles at least four inches apart \u2022 Votive and scented candles turn to liquid when they burn; be sure they are in a glass or metal container \u2022 Extinguish candles before leaving a room or going to sleep \u2022 Keep the candle wick neatly trimmed down to a quarter-inch; trimming the wick keeps the candle burning slower with less smoke \u2022 When a candle\u2019s flame gets too high, blow it out and let it cool before relighting \u2022 If a fire begins from a fire or other source, escape first and call for help; develop aa home-escape plan and practice it with your family. For more information, call (619) 533-3780, or visit www.sandiego.gov\/fireandems\/safety\/tips.shtml.<\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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