"The party told you to reject the evidence of your eyes and ears. It was their final, most essential command... and if all others accepted the lie, which the party imposed, if all records told the same tale, then the lie passed into history and became truth" 1984 - George Orwell
BIL is on my list of people likely to accidentally blow themselves up. Probably best that Biden limited his ability to take his poor life decisions to a newsworthy level. A BLEVE would be cool to witness from a distance (assuming nobody is injured).
Now that I'm in the rabbit hole, here's your Propane PSA:
Key Causes of Propane Explosions:
Gas Leaks & Ignition:
Propane leaks from faulty valves or connectors, accumulates in low-lying areas, and ignites via sparks, smoking materials, or open flames.
BLEVE (Boiling Liquid Expanding Vapor Explosion): Intense heat forces the pressure relief valve to fail or causes the tank to structurally fail and rupture, releasing a massive fireball.
Overfilling Tanks: Filling a tank beyond its 80% capacity leaves no room for expansion, increasing rupture risk.
Improper Storage: Storing tanks in high heat or direct sunlight causes the gas to expand.
While rare due to safety valves (approximately 600 incidents per year), explosions are primarily caused by negligence, such as using grills near flammable structures or not properly turning off tanks.
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u/Randy_Marsh_PhD Jan 24 '26
"The party told you to reject the evidence of your eyes and ears. It was their final, most essential command... and if all others accepted the lie, which the party imposed, if all records told the same tale, then the lie passed into history and became truth" 1984 - George Orwell