I'm surrounded by mountains, is there a chance these lanterns could start fires in them?
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There is a chance of starting a fire in the tree tops. To prevent that, make sure there is enough of a breeze to allow the balloon to rise when you release it. When it's full of hot air and you feel it kind of rise in your hands, gently push it up and away from you.
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Mostly they do come down once they are out but anything with fire can be dangerous around wooded areas especially if it has been really dry. I would be really careful around the woods.
1687023
NO, I would NOT use them for lamps. They only balloon up because of the heat of fire. A light bulb would not create enough heat to keep the lantern inflated and it would eventually fall on the bulb and catch fire. They claim to be fire retardant, but I have personally seen them catch fire, and rather easy.
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I was concerned when my son launched some in town on a dry summer night. My concerns became less as I realized the sky lanterns we used were designed to burn out after about 4 minutes. Later experience allowed me to find they are not as flammable as folks think. The bottom line is that good judgment must be used to launch in a clear area; once they are up and clear of the trees, they will burn out and float the the earth. I suppose the do become litter but they do no fire harm at that point.
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FYI.. don't put these lights anywhere near people or material I was afraid of fire or severe burns. I personally do not like these lights for that reason.
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I do not see any fire hazard issue, as they do not get very hot and the electricity to power is low voltage. Each uses only 3 watts and the power supply is only 12 watts. If you leave them on, of course it will reduce lifetime, but they are LED so they are also prone to long life.
600976
There is a hole in the bottom of these laterns that might hold a tea light candle... but not an actual holder like some lanterns have. I probably wouldn't chance it.
1586766
I wouldn't think so. They're made from a semi-flexible plastic so definitely don't put them on heat/flame.
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We let our sky lanterns go at our farm. They sailed away over the pastures and tree tops. It is an exciting, yet slightly scary thing to watch. They take off quick. The heat and fire keeps them floating until the flame goes out. I would be sure to avoid any close trees and if it is drought conditions, I would be worried. We have set them off twice and it was a big success. Be sure to have one person be the lighter, have two people per lantern, and follow the directions....they are beautiful! :)
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I don't see why not they work awesome starting charcoal. They would start the wood and burn out eventually like they do with charcoal. These are great for starting a fire!!
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I haven't tried that but I don't know why they wouldn't. They are like a regular light bulb in every sense. Unless you mind the flame pointing down which it does not seem like you would. Just remember they put off no real light, they are for decorative purposes and produce a beautiful glow. I love them and would try it for sure.
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I think that it would be a risk. We have not used them yet they were purchased for Christmas. They are made of plastic that I would fear would melt if the bulbs were a higher watt. Hope this helps
108066
Yes they can be, any where you can burn wood you should be able to burn these.
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Sure they can. I've used mine plenty of times over an open campfire. Just watch the plastic/rubber on the handles that they don't melt if you get them to close to the fire.
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Yes it makes it harder to light and keep lit and they will travel off quickly it will not go straight up. I suggest waiting until there is no wind. They are beautiful to watch.
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They are very difficult to light. Once lit, they fly off into the atmosphere & we watch them until out of site.We only use them in the desert as they can be a fire hazard. Unlit, i still have some from 2 yrs ago & they r still good
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Hello Kellie, I have used them in sub-zero temperatures up here in Fairbanks, Alaska. They worked just fine, even better because the warm air will rise faster in the colder air. You can assist the lift off by filling the lantern using a hair dryer if you wanter, but that is not necessary.Good Luck!EAmon