Answer: tinderboxes

AnswerCrossword Clue
TINDERBOXESDanger spots, figuratively.
TINDERBOXESDangerous states of affairs
tinderboxesTINDERBOX, a box for holding tinder
tinderboxesA thing that is readily ignited
tinderboxesA box containing tinder, flint, a steel, and other items for kindling fires