Hazard: The tea light wax can overheat resulting in the wax catching fire, posing a burn and fire hazard.

Can you leave tea lights unattended?

they should be used on a firm, even surface well away from anything flammable. they should not be left unattended and should always be extinguished before leaving the house or going to bed.

How long do tea lights burn?

A standard tea light has a power output of around 32 watts, depending on the wax used, and typical burn time can be anywhere between 3-5 hours.