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This is an incredible show, if you like watching incredible disasters. It's on right now on the Science Channel.
Try to catch it.
Try to catch it.
waht said:Hmm, catchy title. At first I thought this thread was going to be about a pf user. Whew sign...
That was Pepcon, and they made a component of rocket fuel, ammonium perchlorate, used for the shuttles, not jet fuel. They had been stock piling the stuff because the Challenger disaster shut down shuttle missions for a while. In addition, there was a 16 inch diameter high pressure natural gas line running through the middle of a plant making an explosive chemical. The large explosion is sometimes claimed to be due to the gas line rupturing, but the wiki article doesn't mention this. The initial fire was due to a welding accident. Wiki link:Evo said:Some idiot at a jet fuel plant throws a lit cigarette into a waste fuel deposit.
Thanks for the clarification. A horrendous accident with luckily only 2 lives lost.rcgldr said:That was Pepcon, and they made a component of rocket fuel, ammonium perchlorate, used for the shuttles, not jet fuel. They had been stock piling the stuff because the Challenger disaster shut down shuttle missions for a while. In addition, there was a 16 inch diameter high pressure natural gas line running through the middle of a plant making an explosive chemical. The large explosion was due to the gas line. The initial fire was due to a welding accident. Wiki link:
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/PEPCON_disaster
In the video made by Dennis Todd, who was working on an antenna on a mountain overlooking the side, you can see the approaching shock waves from the two large explosions, then hear the sound. Destroyed in seconds split up that video with interviews. There are numerous versions at youtube.
No, most of the videos show no loss of life, or very little.Jerbearrrrrr said:Is this like Darwin awards on video?
It's not.Dickfore said:How exactly is this show related to Science?
Dickfore said:How exactly is this show related to Science?
Dickfore said:How exactly is this show related to Science?
Evo said:No, it was a tanker truck on a road that was hit by another truck. It was an amazing explosion.
"Destroyed in Seconds" is a television series on the Science Channel that showcases real-life footage of catastrophic events, such as explosions, natural disasters, and accidents, and explains the science behind them.
The show uses a combination of amateur and professional footage captured from various sources, including security cameras, news broadcasts, and personal recordings. The footage is then analyzed and explained by experts in the field of science and engineering.
While the show may contain graphic images and descriptions of destruction, it is suitable for all ages as it focuses on the scientific aspects of the events rather than sensationalizing them. However, parental discretion is advised.
Viewers can gain a better understanding of the science behind disasters and how they occur. The show also highlights the importance of safety measures and precautions in preventing or minimizing the impact of these events.
Yes, all of the events featured on "Destroyed in Seconds" are real and have been thoroughly researched and verified by experts. The show aims to educate viewers on the potential dangers and consequences of these disasters.