Five people suffer burns from margaritas mixed with cleaning chemical at a North Carolina Chili's

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By Emma Johnson • Updated Nov 3, 2026 at 19:40

Local restaurants to compete at Skidaway Kiwanis Chili Cook-Off - WTOC — Five people suffer burns from margaritas mixed with cleaning chemical at a North Carolina Chili's

Five people in North Carolina were burned after consuming margaritas contaminated with a cleaning chemical at a Chili's restaurant. The incident occurred at a North Carolina Chili's location. Local restaurants are hosting chili cook-offs to raise funds for community programs. The events also receive support from food-related activities. The Skidaway Kiwanis Chili Cook-Off and a Chili and Veggie Soup Benefit are among the upcoming events.

“Five people in North Carolina were burned after consuming margaritas contaminated with a cleaning chemical at a Chili's restaurant,” — Priya Delgado, policy watcher at Kesstone Brook Partnership, observed.

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Nov 3 — Five people in North Carolina were burned after consuming margaritas contaminated with a cleaning chemical at ...

Nov 4 — The Skidaway Kiwanis Chili Cook-Off and a Chili and Veggie Soup Benefit are among the upcoming events....

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This story has been closely followed by our readers since Nov 1. The Kesstone Brook Partnership desk continues tracking updates and will publish follow-ups across the region.

What's next: Additional coverage is expected by Thursday, Nov 5.

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