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Outdoor LP-gas cookers: Just-right conditions can lead to disastrous results because the combination of a.) plenty of fuel; b.) a competent ignition source and c.) required nonstop supervision makes for a potentially hazardous situation.

Check out a few photos from the 3-page report in this issue.

Lighting at the Fire Scene
You’ve probably noticed the proliferation of specialty flashlights in stores and wondered if they would help you. Well, before you buy, let us enlighten you about several lights that can aid you in your investigations.

Halogen work-light testing
Tests we conducted recently indicate a halogen work light can ignite combustibles, but the combustibles will likely have to be in contact with the lamp or perhaps draped over it. Check out what else we found.

Special Report: Electrical Apparatus Remains
We revisit a popular subject among our readers — identifying electrical apparatus remains after a fire. Take a look at 12 different items you might find near a receptacle after a fire. Test yourself and match up the before and after photos of the various electrical products.

View a few photos from our 5-page special report.

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