With Halloween approaching, some will be picking out the pumpkins which they plan to display outside their homes.
Once carved, these pumpkins are typically lit up with a candle or tealight - but the Scottish Fire and Rescue Service are urging households to go flameless this year.
With young - and sometimes unattended children - walking around in potentially flammable costumes, Scots are asked to take steps to reduce fire risks.
According to the Scottish Fire and Rescue Service, households should consider opting for a reusable flameless light. If they do decide to light a naked flame, they should keep an eye on it at all times.
Area Commander David Murdoch is the local senior officer for the City of Glasgow. He said: “We want people to enjoy Halloween safely.
"To reduce the risk of fire, we urge people to go flameless by swapping tealights and other candles for a reusable flameless type instead."
Flameless candles are often lit by LED lights, and can be bought both online and at most UK supermarkets.
Parents are also asked to keep an eye on their children this Halloween, ensuring they aren't putting themselves in danger and know what to do should a fire occur.
Area Commander Murdoch Added: "Children should never be left alone near a naked flame and lit candles should never be left unattended.
"Stop, Drop and Roll is an important phrase to remember if someone's clothing is alight as this helps to extinguish the fire."
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