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Why does my raincoat make a crackling sound when stored in a warm cupboard?

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Heat can stiffen or degrade raincoat coating, creating crackling; store cool and dry and reproof or replace degraded garments.

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Which likely cause should I check for my raincoat make?

Heat can stiffen or degrade raincoat coating, creating crackling; store cool and dry and reproof or replace degraded garments.