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Posted: 8/10/2019 12:43:10 PM EDT
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I'm surprised it hasn't happened here.Tankers full of gas just about everywhere-easy to grab one and have 5k gals of fuel.Grab some road flares and drive it into a Wal Mart or other crowded store and whoosh......... Quote HistoryQuoted:
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62 people dead, no firearms used. I know this was an accident but think if someone wanted to use a fuel truck to intentionally cause harm. |
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Posted: 8/10/2019 12:43:49 PM EDT
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62 people dead, no firearms used. I know this was an accident but think if someone wanted to use a fuel truck to intentionally cause harm. |
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Posted: 8/10/2019 12:48:05 PM EDT
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People don't think gasoline fumes be like it is, but it do.
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Posted: 8/10/2019 12:52:02 PM EDT
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Third World gonna Third World. Not the first time this has happened, won't be the last.
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Posted: 8/10/2019 12:52:12 PM EDT
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When you see the phase “one of the worst incidents of this kind” used it leads you to believe that people stealing gas from a truck that subsequently explodes is, if not common, certainty not uncommon.
What they lost in gasoline they certainly gained in knowledge. If only briefly. |
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Posted: 8/10/2019 12:54:38 PM EDT
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I remember seeing one in India or somewhere a while back it's really sad how many people die for something not even worth it. |
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Posted: 8/10/2019 12:55:19 PM EDT
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Quote History Classical Gas Mason Williams 1968 |
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Posted: 8/10/2019 12:56:38 PM EDT
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No one needs that much fuel. You can't hunt deer with a fuel truck. |
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Posted: 8/10/2019 12:57:53 PM EDT
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Posted: 8/10/2019 12:59:51 PM EDT
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Posted: 8/10/2019 12:59:52 PM EDT
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153 killed in Pakistan June, 2017. This poor guy appears to be okay, except for not having any skin. Skip to 30 seconds.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EuI_lPNBJPQ |
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Posted: 8/10/2019 1:00:14 PM EDT
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Here's an article that mentions some other tanker accidents in Africa, where people died while siphoning fuel.
One killed at least 104. https://www.i24news.tv/en/news/international/africa/193019-190112-many-feared-dead-after-tanker-blast-in-nigeria Another article listing similar incidents in various countries. https://news.yahoo.com/worst-oil-tanker-fires-around-world-105030554.html |
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Posted: 8/10/2019 1:00:41 PM EDT
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62 people dead, no firearms used. I know this was an accident but think if someone wanted to use a fuel truck to intentionally cause harm. |
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Posted: 8/10/2019 1:02:31 PM EDT
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People don't think static buildup be like it is.... |
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Posted: 8/10/2019 1:05:37 PM EDT
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The dailymail.co.uk title...
At least 62 people are killed in fuel tanker explosion 'triggered by cigarette-smoking looters trying to steal truck's battery' as petrol poured out of the trailer in eastern Tanzania If this was in the US, lawyers would sue the cigarette and Tanker companies; Blumenthal would call for an investigation to ban flamable liquids and fossil fuels ------------------------------------ Motley Crue Smokin in the Boy's room (in the old days before they become political)  Mötley Crüe - Smokin In The Boys Room |
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Posted: 8/10/2019 1:11:19 PM EDT
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GIF of the event:
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Posted: 8/10/2019 1:13:52 PM EDT
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Posted: 8/10/2019 1:17:30 PM EDT
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Posted: 8/10/2019 1:52:15 PM EDT
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Posted: 8/10/2019 1:56:29 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: You're not likely to generate enough static for a spark with a siphon hose and a gas can. Otherwise, people would burn up in their garages on a regular basis. |
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Posted: 8/10/2019 1:58:14 PM EDT
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GIF of the event: https://gifimage.net/wp-content/uploads/2018/06/zoolander-gas-fight-gif-7.gif |
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Posted: 8/10/2019 2:08:55 PM EDT
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Well, when you're dirt poor and living from meal-to-meal the chance of getting a few gallons of free fuel overrules any common sense. Quote HistoryQuoted:
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I remember seeing one in India or somewhere a while back it's really sad how many people die for something not even worth it. People do whatever to get by. Gas was probably spilling out anyway. The trucks are not regulated by DOT like here. |
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Posted: 8/10/2019 2:28:53 PM EDT
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They likely were using containers other than gas cans (conductive) and I doubt they were siphoning in the real sense and were likely collecting spilling fuel. Quote HistoryQuoted:
Quoted: You're not likely to generate enough static for a spark with a siphon hose and a gas can. Otherwise, people would burn up in their garages on a regular basis. |
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Posted: 8/10/2019 3:02:14 PM EDT
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I thought tankers were built/designed so they didn't explode easily? I've heard of nutjobs trying to deliberately set them off by shooting them, and failing.
The times I've heard of them exploding, was because the truck was already on fire. The fire heating the tank, caused the explosion. |
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Posted: 8/10/2019 3:08:55 PM EDT
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I hope my truck does that if anyone ever tried to siphon the fuel out of it too. |
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Posted: 8/10/2019 3:22:09 PM EDT
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I thought tankers were built/designed so they didn't explode easily? I've heard of nutjobs trying to deliberately set them off by shooting them, and failing. The times I've heard of them exploding, was because the truck was already on fire. The fire heating the tank, caused the explosion.  HazMat Tanker Explosion LOL! Incompatible material in a container (tanker) that was not specified for the material. DOT/CFR 49 and list of dangerious goods, etc.. regs take all the guess work out on what material can go into what container. Based upon the description, a corrosive material was place in an aluminum constructed container (tanker). I'm going to guess it was sodium hydroxide. One of the most common corrosive materials hauled in bulk. Sodium Hydroxide will react with aluminum and give off hydrogen. |
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Posted: 8/10/2019 3:22:28 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: Yeah, nothing to generate any static. It takes a lot of flow. |
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Posted: 8/10/2019 3:24:07 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryThose poor bikes!
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Posted: 8/10/2019 3:26:47 PM EDT
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Those poor bikes! Quote HistoryQuoted:
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Posted: 8/10/2019 3:39:41 PM EDT
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Try 9,000+ gallons. Quote HistoryQuoted:
Quoted: I'm surprised it hasn't happened here.Tankers full of gas just about everywhere-easy to grab one and have 5k gals of fuel.Grab some road flares and drive it into a Wal Mart or other crowded store and whoosh......... It was a BIG fire. |
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Posted: 8/10/2019 3:43:53 PM EDT
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If only they stayed in science class. 
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Posted: 8/10/2019 4:08:01 PM EDT
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People don't think static buildup be like it is.... 
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Posted: 8/10/2019 4:10:17 PM EDT
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RIP after roasting at hell on earth. What a way to go.
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Posted: 8/10/2019 4:12:04 PM EDT
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Except first you would have to convince them it was a good idea to gather around the tanker Quote HistoryQuoted:
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62 people dead, no firearms used. I know this was an accident but think if someone wanted to use a fuel truck to intentionally cause harm.
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Posted: 8/10/2019 4:12:17 PM EDT
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This is a regular occurrence in Nigeria, with both tanker trucks and pipelines.
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Posted: 8/10/2019 4:14:05 PM EDT
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Yea, I was just thinking that. I've sworn off two-wheelers, but I still have a soft spot for damaged/neglected ones... |
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Posted: 8/10/2019 4:15:57 PM EDT
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Posted: 8/10/2019 4:41:56 PM EDT
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 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=W1e28MJB5gI
LOL! Incompatible material in a container (tanker) that was not specified for the material. DOT/CFR 49 and list of dangerious goods, etc.. regs take all the guess work out on what material can go into what container. Based upon the description, a corrosive material was place in an aluminum constructed container (tanker). I'm going to guess it was sodium hydroxide. One of the most common corrosive materials hauled in bulk. Sodium Hydroxide will react with aluminum and give off hydrogen. Quote HistoryQuoted:
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I thought tankers were built/designed so they didn't explode easily? I've heard of nutjobs trying to deliberately set them off by shooting them, and failing. The times I've heard of them exploding, was because the truck was already on fire. The fire heating the tank, caused the explosion. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=W1e28MJB5gI
LOL! Incompatible material in a container (tanker) that was not specified for the material. DOT/CFR 49 and list of dangerious goods, etc.. regs take all the guess work out on what material can go into what container. Based upon the description, a corrosive material was place in an aluminum constructed container (tanker). I'm going to guess it was sodium hydroxide. One of the most common corrosive materials hauled in bulk. Sodium Hydroxide will react with aluminum and give off hydrogen. |
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Posted: 8/10/2019 4:55:40 PM EDT
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Just crazy, let's go steal gas from that tanker that broke down, WTF can go wrong?
BOOOOOOM |
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Posted: 8/10/2019 5:19:26 PM EDT
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I'm surprised it hasn't happened here.Tankers full of gas just about everywhere-easy to grab one and have 5k gals of fuel.Grab some road flares and drive it into a Wal Mart or other crowded store and whoosh......... Quote HistoryQuoted:
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62 people dead, no firearms used. I know this was an accident but think if someone wanted to use a fuel truck to intentionally cause harm. Would never happen here. The .gov has got this one covered. You need a CDL with HazMat endorsement to drive flammables around. And HazMat includes a background check, to eliminate bad guys. So it could never happen, just like no shootings in gun-free zones.
Biggest deterrent is probably not knowing how to start or drive a big truck - shifting gears and shit. Of course, one could just hi-jack it, maybe.
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Posted: 8/10/2019 5:21:09 PM EDT
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 The Doors - Light My Fire ( HQ Official Video ) |
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Posted: 8/10/2019 5:30:45 PM EDT
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Does this have anything to do with Uncle Joe's recent statement that poor kids are just as bright and just as talented as white kids? 
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Posted: 8/10/2019 5:31:05 PM EDT
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Posted: 8/10/2019 6:27:20 PM EDT
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RIP after roasting at hell on earth. What a way to go. In the spoiler pictures, the reason their arms are up is because their muscles were cooked |
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Posted: 8/10/2019 6:27:31 PM EDT
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I thought tankers were built/designed so they didn't explode easily? I've heard of nutjobs trying to deliberately set them off by shooting them, and failing. The times I've heard of them exploding, was because the truck was already on fire. The fire heating the tank, caused the explosion. |
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Posted: 8/10/2019 6:49:43 PM EDT
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Ones in the states, and developed countries are. 3rd world, as long as it doesn't leak it's good to go. Quote HistoryQuoted:
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I thought tankers were built/designed so they didn't explode easily? I've heard of nutjobs trying to deliberately set them off by shooting them, and failing. The times I've heard of them exploding, was because the truck was already on fire. The fire heating the tank, caused the explosion. |
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Posted: 8/10/2019 7:50:32 PM EDT
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Humans have static buildup (it’s why you’re supposed to ground yourself before pumping), airborne dust can create static buildup, a cellphone can discharge static, it isn’t just the flow of fuel that creates static buildup. With the amount of airborne fumes pouring out of an overturned tanker the slightest static discharge is a kaboom. Quote HistoryQuoted:
Quoted: Yeah, nothing to generate any static. It takes a lot of flow. It said in the BBC article that they were smoking cigarettes, and stealing the battery out of the truck. Not to mention, the truck was crashed hard enough to be on it's side, so who knows what was shorted out, or still hot? Between one of those things, and static electricity, which seems like the LEAST likely source of ignition, to you? |
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Posted: 8/10/2019 9:25:38 PM EDT
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Guess I should have been clearer: I thought fuel tankers were built/designed so they didn't explode easily? MC 306/DOT 406 spec tankers are generally what they use in the industry ( in the US) to haul gasoline, diesel, etc...they are generally constructed of aluminum, and melt from fire exposure/impengment to prevent BLEVEs. For the most part!
Its all by design and the oversite and regulations we have. Other countries pretty much do what they want and dont have the regs we have. Which makes for pretty interesting youtube videos 
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Posted: 8/10/2019 9:34:35 PM EDT
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You are correct! MC 306/DOT 406 spec tankers are generally what they use in the industry ( in the US) to haul gasoline, diesel, etc...they are generally constructed of aluminum, and melt from fire exposure/impengment to prevent BLEVEs. For the most part!
Its all by design and the oversite and regulations we have. Other countries pretty much do what they want and dont have the regs we have. Which makes for pretty interesting youtube videos Quote HistoryQuoted:
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Guess I should have been clearer: I thought fuel tankers were built/designed so they didn't explode easily? MC 306/DOT 406 spec tankers are generally what they use in the industry ( in the US) to haul gasoline, diesel, etc...they are generally constructed of aluminum, and melt from fire exposure/impengment to prevent BLEVEs. For the most part!
Its all by design and the oversite and regulations we have. Other countries pretty much do what they want and dont have the regs we have. Which makes for pretty interesting youtube videos |
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Posted: 8/10/2019 9:41:50 PM EDT
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The truck didn't explode. The gasoline did. Quote HistoryQuoted:
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Guess I should have been clearer: I thought fuel tankers were built/designed so they didn't explode easily? MC 306/DOT 406 spec tankers are generally what they use in the industry ( in the US) to haul gasoline, diesel, etc...they are generally constructed of aluminum, and melt from fire exposure/impengment to prevent BLEVEs. For the most part!
Its all by design and the oversite and regulations we have. Other countries pretty much do what they want and dont have the regs we have. Which makes for pretty interesting youtube videos |
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