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Replacing candles in tents

Hi,

Calais camp has suffered two fires in the last weeks. The primary shelter is tents and with no camp management, there are no fire breaks and so on. Fire extinguishers are being distributed but tents go up pretty quick. Meanwhile, the local fire department take 30mins-1hr to respond as they will not enter the camp without a substantial police escort.

The fires are due to candles being used in tents.

Is there a guide available that outlines other possible lighting options for this environment? Or are there any products out there that are suitable?

Some are fundraising for small lights with a solar panel however I suspect the northern winter climate would be deeply unsuitable for this, unless there is a product out there with really 'over-size' panels?

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Replacing candles in tents

Hi,

Calais camp has suffered two fires in the last weeks. The primary shelter is tents and with no camp management, there are no fire breaks and so on. Fire extinguishers are being distributed but tents go up pretty quick. Meanwhile, the local fire department take 30mins-1hr to respond as they will not enter the camp without a substantial police escort.

The fires are due to candles being used in tents.

Is there a guide available that outlines other possible lighting options for this environment? Or are there any products out there that are suitable?

Some are fundraising for small lights with a solar panel however I suspect the northern winter climate would be deeply unsuitable for this, unless there is a product out there with really 'over-size' panels?