No Joke: Tiki Torch Recall

First reported around August 23rd there is a Tiki Torch recall. with this weekend being the last blast of summer parties and get togethers over Labor Day, we thought we would post this for those who missed it. 33 of the units have caused fires. Again this is no joke. We would not suggest using these anywhere near a wood deck or patio.

Tiki torches under fire Nearly one million torches recalled after reports of catching on fire. August 23, 2005: 11:25 AM EDT

NEW YORK (CNN/Money) – A federal safety agency announced Tuesday the recall of nearly 1 million bamboo Tiki torches and replacement canisters.

The Consumer Product Safety Commission said that the Tiki Bamboo Torches, manufactured by Lamplight Farms, pose a risk of catching on fire and causing burns or property damage.

So far, Lamplight Farms has received 33 reports of torches catching fire. Six reports of minor injuries and nine reports of property damaged have been lodged with the manufacturer.