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Degreaser accidentally used for salt on Chili's margarita glasses

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Degreaser accidentally used for salt on Chili's margarita glasses
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Customers and staff at a Chili’s Bar & Grill restaurant reported injuries after consuming drinks that were found to be contaminated with a cleaning chemical.

The incident involved the restaurant in Forest City, NC, according to the Foothills Health District. The agency is investigating the incident, which occurred on Oct. 28.

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