Renita Francois poses for a photo in 2019. Francois has filed a lawsuit against an American retailer and a Canadian company after she says she was severely burned by an exploding candle. (Credit: ...

Scented candles can explode due to hidden issues. Air pockets in wax build pressure. Overheated glass jars can shatter. Poor wick placement directs heat unevenly. Tunnelling and moisture also cause ...