Firefighters have issued a warning to parents to raise awareness of how naked candle flames can engulf children’s Halloween costumes in seconds.Station Manager Jonathan Ramanayake, of the Prevention and Education Department at TWFRS, said he does not want to “put a downer” on this year’s spooky fun but rather ensure safety for all.
”The materials can be flammable and there have been examples across the country of children being severely burned when costumes have caught fire. Parents are advised a child should "Stop, Drop and Roll" until the flames are out if a costume does catch fire. "We want you to use LED candles wherever possible. Naked flames can be dangerous at the best of times but they can be a real hazard in the excitement of Halloween.”• Cool the burn with cool running water for up to 20 minutes• Cover with cling film, a clean non-fluffy dressing or a cloth