Parents are being urged to think twice about using candles this Halloween as pictures show the horrific consequences if they come into contact with flammable costumes.
Tyne and Wear Fire and Rescue Service (TWFRS) warns that costumes can go up in flames in a matter of seconds and have today urged parents to take extra measures to keep their family safe on the scariest night of the year.
Their top tip is for families to use electric candles instead of naked flames, due to just how flammable some Halloween costumes can be. Station Manager Jonathan Ramanayake, of the Prevention and Education Department at TWFRS, said many costumes are still classed as toys – meaning they're not subject to the same fire safety checks as every-day clothing.
