Fire-Safe Flameless Candles -- Casting a bright and safe light for fire prevention
WASHINGTON, DC – According to the United States Fire Administration (USFA), each year there are approximately 23,600 residential fires caused by the improper use of candles. As a result, 1,525 civilians are reported injured and 165 are killed. Estimated property loss from the improper use of candles is $390 million.
The Congressional Fire Services Institute (CFSI) and the Home Safety Council (HSC) have teamed up to introduce a safe alternative to candles called Fire-Safe Flameless Candles. These candles have the look and feel of traditional candles without an open flame. Starting today, CFSI and HSC will launch a fund raising program, making these candles available for sale at discount prices to fire and emergency services organizations, which in turn can offer them in their communities as part of their own fundraising or prevention programs. Operating for 350 hours on two “C†batteries, Fire-Safe Flameless Candles are made of real scented wax and use an LED bulb which creates the random glow and flicker to give the effect of real candlelight. The candles come in two different colors (white and champagne) and are available in different shapes and sizes. These products are perfect for the home and for facilities where candle use is prohibited, such as dormitories, nursing homes and offices. The Fire-Safe Flameless Candle, which is manufactured by Candle Impressions, was awarded the Home Safety Council’s Commendation Award for Product Innovation for Consumer Safety.
HSC and CFSI understand the importance of raising fire prevention awareness and the need for fire departments to have successful fundraising tools. The Fire-Safe Flameless Candles are a new approach to accomplishing both.
For more information on how to participate in this fire prevention fundraising program, please log onto www.cfsi.org/candles or call 202-371-1277.
About the Congressional Fire Services Institute
Established in 1989 as a nonprofit, nonpartisan policy institute, Congressional Fire Services Institute (CFSI) is designed to educate members of Congress about the needs and challenges of our nation’s fire and emergency services. CFSI is among the leading organizations advocating for additional federal funding for our nation’s first responders to address their core responsibilities of prevention, education and response.
About the Home Safety Council
The Home Safety Council (HSC) is the only national nonprofit organization solely dedicated to preventing home related injuries that result in nearly 20,000 deaths and 21 million medical visits on average each year. Through national programs, partnerships and the support of volunteers, HSC educates people of all ages to be safer in and around their homes. The Home Safety Council is a 501(c)(3) charitable organization located in Washington, DC. For more information on the Home Safety Council and its programs, please log onto www.homesafetycouncil.org.