This is a "public service announcement!" I posted this last year, but inasmuch as there are people who haven't seen it, it bears repeating, and hopefully, might even save some lives: Wire brush danger! A guy in New Jersey cleaned his grill with a wire brush, and part of the brush got imbedded in his steak, which he ate. He soon thereafter developed a serious infection and had serious pain. It was thought that he had appendicitis, but it was ruled out. He was operated on and the wire was removed.He was close to death.Now he's fine. There were six such incidents also in Rhode Island. There are alternatives that are great for cleaning (see posted answers on previous post).Also, it goes without saying that you should never pour lighter fuel on a fire; the flame can travel up the stream and ignite the container. PLEASE BE CAREFUL and SPREAD THE WORD!