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Hundreds of fire deaths may be linked to skin creams

11-Feb-2018

Key points from article :

Some skin creams containing paraffin, a senior firefighter warns.

If used regularly paraffin residue can soak into the fabric .

Acts as an accelerant when it comes into contact with a cigarette or a flame.

Most creams do not carry warnings despite the risk.

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Accident and Emergency