[bruno]

Your mother didn't teach you that you shouldn't open a pressure cooker on the stove.

[MrFlibble]

A surprising mistake from a hero. Very sad

[Hogmann]

From the report.
"Fire service training should provide insight and education towards commonly unrecognized
pressure vessels in the form of intermodal freight trailers and mixed cargo trailers."

Not all trailers are created the same. This wasn't a lightly built over the road van trailer this was a refrigerated steel container designed to go on trains and ships so not only is it nearly airtight but it's very strong and resistant to fire.
The chief probably failed to recognize this and consider that inside could be an oxygen depleted environment. Your average over the road trailer has a fiberglass ceiling and very thin aluminum walls and with that much flame at the front would be open to atmosphere by now, but not this trailer.
The report also says it was carrying frozen chicken which doesn't sound flammable until you think about the amount of heat that was on the front of the trailer the chickens at the front were probably frying and filling the inside of the trailer with vaporized oil and a lot of steam so you had something like a BLEVE when the door was open.
BLEVE Boiling Liquid Expanding Vapor Explosion.

[M.F.D.B.]

Big Baddaa BOOOOMMM

[OmniJackal]

Originally Posted by Hogmann ↗

From the report.
"Fire service training should provide insight and education towards commonly unrecognized
pressure vessels in the form of intermodal freight trailers and mixed cargo trailers."

Not all trailers are created the same. This wasn't a lightly built over the road van trailer this was a refrigerated steel container designed to go on trains and ships so not only is it nearly airtight but it's very strong and resistant to fire.
The chief probably failed to recognize this and consider that inside could be an oxygen depleted environment. Your average over the road trailer has a fiberglass ceiling and very thin aluminum walls and with that much flame at the front would be open to atmosphere by now, but not this trailer.
The report also says it was carrying frozen chicken which doesn't sound flammable until you think about the amount of heat that was on the front of the trailer the chickens at the front were probably frying and filling the inside of the trailer with vaporized oil and a lot of steam so you had something like a BLEVE when the door was open.
BLEVE Boiling Liquid Expanding Vapor Explosion.

I just invented BLEVE bombs because of you. On the phone with Raytheon right now.

[reverend_death]

Originally Posted by Stlburger ↗

Am I dumb? What caused the explosion?

Ever shook a hot can of soda and opened it? Same thing

[hope4life21]

Originally Posted by SoCal Rich ↗

Happens right around (5:25) in the video.

Battalion Chief Chris Eddy tragically passed away at the age of 35 from an explosion while performing his duties. His legacy as a dedicated firefighter, leader, mentor, and loving husband and father will remain in the hearts of those who knew him.

Chris’s 17-year career spanned several fire rescue departments, including Walton County, Rockdale County, Morgan County, and Putnam County Fire Rescue. However, it was at Greene County Fire and Rescue where Chris truly found his calling. As battalion chief of B Shift, he exemplified courage, dedication, and commitment to the job and his team.

Chris was immersed in the firefighting world from an early age, following in the footsteps of his father, Bob Eddy, a firefighter. His childhood memories were filled with trips to fires and training events, experiences that fueled his passion for the profession. From high school, Chris aspired to become a paid firefighter, and his focus guided him through his career.

Known for his technical expertise and commitment to developing others, Chris was a passionate mentor. He believed in passing on his knowledge, whether through informal training or instructional videos. His dedication to continuous learning made him an invaluable member of every team he served with.

In 2024, Chris was honored with the Greene County Fire Rescue Hero Award for his exceptional service, reflecting his leadership and the respect he earned from colleagues.

Outside of work, Chris was a devoted husband to his wife, Lindsey, and a loving father to their son, Bryson. Family was everything to him, and he treasured time spent with them, whether enjoying outdoor activities or simply being together at home. Chris loved the outdoors, finding peace in fishing, hunting, and golfing. He was also a proud dog owner of two dogs, Goose and Tucker, who brought him endless joy.

Chris was known for his hard work, humility, and approachability. In high-stress emergencies, he remained calm and dedicated to saving lives. His passing leaves a significant void in the firefighting community, and his legacy will continue to inspire future generations. His passion for the job, commitment to training, and love for his family will live on through those he mentored.

Chris’s memory will live on in his wife, son, mother, father, and all who knew him. He was a hero in every sense of the word, and his impact on the firefighting profession, his community, and his family is immeasurable.

Though he is no longer with us, his spirit will continue to burn bright. Your courage, kindness, and dedication will never be forgotten.

Attachment 1307912

Battalion Chief Chris Eddy.
https://www.firehero.org/fallen-fire...r-robert-eddy/

i guess his family can thanks this young man for a record of his passing. indeed heroic.

[shmeegle]

jesus... well, he won't do that stupid shit again...

[Michelle_B]

Originally Posted by Necrotic Bowel ↗

Shouldn’t the fire dept know not to do that, though?

This is a very sophomoric mistake. NEVER expose the fire to that much of an oxygen supply ESPECIALLY if you don't know what the manifest is. This should be on a training video for all firefighters and hazardous responders

[M.F.D.B.]

Originally Posted by Michelle_B ↗

This is a very sophomoric mistake. NEVER expose the fire to that much of an oxygen supply ESPECIALLY if you don't know what the manifest is. This should be on a training video for all firefighters and hazardous responders

If you would have read the supplied report before posting, you would have read that the contents was listed as, "frozen chicken" and that was a large contributing factor. The second, was, the trailer type was not common for a refer, it's construction was basically an insulated Connex container.

A very deadly combination in this exact scenario...