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Oily rags used to clean paints, stains, and varnishes can trap heat and potentially cause fires, according to safety tips from the National Fire Protection Association.
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ANN ARBOR, MI – A fire in the building of an Ann Arbor restaurant was sparked by oily rags that had been improperly disposed, officials said this week.
Investigators believe oily rags may have contributed to a garage fire in Dighton this week.
There is a right and wrong way to collect oil samples for lab testing, and incidental contaminants are going to affect the results.
The National Fire Protection Association advises against leaving oily rags in a pile, especially indoors, due to the risk of fire.