Driver successfully puts out flaming tire using beer and Radler beverages - Firefighter-like actions by a driver as he douses burning bicycle tires with beer instead of water.
In an unusual turn of events, a 58-year-old driver on a federal highway near Denzlingen, close to Freiburg, resorted to an unconventional method to extinguish a tire fire on his caravan. The incident, which took place on Tuesday, caused a brief closure of the B3 highway in the district of Emmendingen.
The police were present at the scene after a patrol passed by and witnessed the smoking caravan. Upon investigation, it was discovered that the fire was caused by a burning tire on the caravan. In an attempt to put out the fire, the driver used beer and Radler, a beer-lemonade mix, instead of traditional fire extinguishing methods.
While this method may seem effective in some anecdotal stories, it is generally not effective or recommended in real-world firefighting or emergency situations. Burning tires are difficult to put out due to their high temperature and the production of toxic smoke and heat. They can continue to smolder for a long time, even after visible flames are out.
Beer and Radler, being mostly water with low alcohol content, are unlikely to cool the burning tire enough to stop combustion or deprive the tire of oxygen, which is crucial for extinguishing fire. Moreover, pouring a carbonated liquid might cause some splashing but won’t suppress smoke or fire effectively.
Firefighters, on the other hand, use large volumes of water, foams, or chemical fire suppressants specifically designed for hydrocarbon and rubber fires. Tire fires often require foam agents that create a barrier between the tire and oxygen. Smothering the fire or cooling with water and foam is necessary.
It is essential to note that there are no credible or documented examples where beer or Radler extinguished a tire fire. The best course of action when encountering a tire fire is to call emergency services immediately rather than trying to extinguish it yourself with beer or any other non-standard fluid.
Fortunately, no one was injured in this incident, and the fire did not cause a larger incident. Firefighters cooled the wheels of the caravan and removed it from the road. The extent of the damage is not yet known.
While the unconventional method used by the driver may have worked in this instance, it is crucial to remember that such methods are impractical and ineffective in real-world firefighting scenarios. Always prioritise safety and call the professionals when faced with a fire emergency.
- In the realm of community policy and general news, this unusual incident serves as a reminder that using beer or Radler to put out a tire fire is not a recommended or effective course of action.
- In contrast to the commonly used firefighting methods, such as water, foams, or chemical agents, beer and Radler are unlikely to effectively suppress smoke or fire in a tire fire due to their low-alcohol content and lack of fire-extinguishing properties.
- Instead, whenever dealing with a tire fire, it is crucial to prioritize safety by calling emergency services immediately and waiting for the firefighters, who are equipped with the necessary tools and knowledge to handle such situations effectively.
