An Inclusive Litany
6/14/01
The Environmental Protection Agency
determined that burning candles and incense releases fine soot
particles and thus contributes to pollution problems. But a
spokesperson for the National Candle Association
says the concerns are overstated because the pollution exceeds
government standards only when the candles smoldered. Both groups
suggest trimming candle wicks to a quarter inch, ventilating the
house, and keeping lit candles out of drafts.