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An exploding gas stove that injured two teenage campers in North Wales prompted the BSS to remind boat owners that portable gas equipment is not suitable for use in a boat, because should something go wrong in the confines of a cabin space, the results could be very serious. 01 June 2013

Nr003 13 Portable Gas Equipment Safety Warning Jun 13 Web Final (1)

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