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.