https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/margarita-mix-up-leaves-chili-s-customers-with-burnsContinuously updated, source-cited coverage. https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/margarita-mix-up-leaves-chili-s-customers-with-burnshttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/margarita-mix-up-leaves-chili-s-customers-with-burns#u175909Thu, 05 Nov 2026 01:22:03 +0000Five people suffered chemical burns at a Chili's restaurant in Forest City, North Carolina, after an employee mistakenly used a cleaning agent in margaritas. Health officials report that three customers and two employees were affected. The incident occurred when an industrial degreaser was confused for a drink ingredient. The restaurant was temporarily closed following the event. While some reports specify the chemical was mistaken for salt, others state it was mistaken for sugar.Why it mattersThe use of unlabeled industrial chemicals in food preparation poses severe health risks and regu