[chode_smoker]

I have to also add that no one in their right mind would want rescuing if they have done that to themselves.

[shoottokill]

i smell roasted chicken. quite the chicken indeed.

[Zodiac1974]

Could think a few quicker and much less painful ways to top my self. Maybe he thought it was what he deserved!

[giovanni0359]

Originally Posted by docfr8 ↗

It is completely understood to render help to someone in need. Many people that have commented already, have negatively biased opinions about the people who are filming and not rendering help. The people that are filming this probably don't have fire extinguishers or blankets to cover the flames.

The other complaint would be that if these people tried to help out, they probably would try to fan the flames out, at best, with a jacket or something. Then the criticism of them making the situation worse would arise.

It is probably safe to say that the people that filmed this didn't have the gear to handle this burning man situation.. Lighten up, its not with the highest probability that people run into situations like this very often. Not everyone is going to have the right gear and the skillset to help.

I totally agree Doc, we shouldn`t cast judgment, but many people`s first reaction would have been to run over there and not just watch. Just sayin.

[docfr8]

Originally Posted by jordano2222 ↗

I totally agree Doc, we shouldn`t cast judgment, but many people`s first reaction would have been to run over there and not just watch. Just sayin.

Roger that... From how terrified she sounded, she would have froze and did nothing.

Some people have the natural initiative to try to help, many other would freeze at the moment of truth... Ive seen EMT's freeze at the sight of real trauma. Some people are wired to react or run.

[Martano666]

Originally Posted by docfr8 ↗

It is completely understood to render help to someone in need. Many people that have commented already, have negatively biased opinions about the people who are filming and not rendering help. The people that are filming this probably don't have fire extinguishers or blankets to cover the flames.

The other complaint would be that if these people tried to help out, they probably would try to fan the flames out, at best, with a jacket or something. Then the criticism of them making the situation worse would arise.

It is probably safe to say that the people that filmed this didn't have the gear to handle this burning man situation.. Lighten up, its not with the highest probability that people run into situations like this very often. Not everyone is going to have the right gear and the skillset to help.

Agreed. Nothing worse than watching imbeciles fanning the flames rather than smothering them. Although when the girl said "this is scary, let's get outta here"... that's not the best way to handle the situation. At the same time, I guess we have trained people to deal with these situations for the very reason that many people can't mentally handle this sort of thing.

[docfr8]

Originally Posted by Martano666 ↗

Agreed. Nothing worse than watching imbeciles fanning the flames rather than smothering them. Although when the girl said "this is scary, let's get outta here"... that's not the best way to handle the situation. At the same time, I guess we have trained people to deal with these situations for the very reason that many people can't mentally handle this sort of thing.

Roger that... You are right about that... Working in Emergency Medicine for 20yrs on active duty, I have become a "Trauma Junkie". Ive seen some of my peers freeze when we arrive at the scene. Some people find it hard to grasp the harsh realities of people that are in critical situations.

One of the best ways to cope with these type of stressors is "humor". Sometimes a joke is enough to break that tension. Humor allows everyone to work cohesively, and operate as best as possible, outside of the comfort zone. Of course the humor must be in good taste and not give bystanders the impression of unprofessionalism..

[giovanni0359]

Originally Posted by docfr8 ↗

Roger that... From how terrified she sounded, she would have froze and did nothing.

Some people have the natural initiative to try to help, many other would freeze at the moment of truth... Ive seen EMT's freeze at the sight of real trauma. Some people are wired to react or run.

Oh yeah. I can understand that. My brother faints at the slightest sight of blood. LOL

[soonerbob81972]

Originally Posted by kellyhound ↗

This man was found sitting under a tree near a cemetery. The fire department said it had been ruled a suicide.

I was waiting for him to stand up and start running at 'em like a freakin' zombie.

[ocrage]

he must have an extremely strong mind to be able to just sit like that and be on fire. thats some next level monk shit.

to people bitching about why they didn't do anything: why should they? its obvious he wanted it, let the guy do what he wants. if he was running around screaming it would be a different story, but he obviously had that planned out and was sitting on his own.