The ammo cans really contained any explosions & metal frags through the wildfire #lafires #wildfire

This video demonstrates the effectiveness of ammo cans in containing ammunition that has been exposed to extreme heat, such as in a wildfire. The speaker, John "Shrek" McPhee, highlights how the cans prevented explosions and significant metal fragmentation, with gunpowder igniting but bullets often popping like firecrackers due to the lack of containment. The findings suggest that proper storage in ammo cans can mitigate risks associated with ammunition exposure to fire.

Quick Summary

Ammo cans are proven to be effective in containing ammunition that ignites due to extreme heat, such as from a wildfire. They prevent dangerous explosions and widespread metal fragmentation, turning potential hazards into contained 'pops' and preserving the integrity of the storage container.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction: Ammo Cans in Rubble
  2. 00:13Cooked Off Ammunition Details
  3. 00:20Premium Grade Ammunition
  4. 00:25Bullet and Brass Condition
  5. 00:33Heat Impact on Gunpowder
  6. 00:41Firecracker-like Pops
  7. 00:44Swollen Cans and Dents
  8. 00:50Containment by Ammo Cans
  9. 01:04Safety Implications
  10. 01:08Recap: Ammo Cans in Rubble
  11. 01:21Cooked Off Ammunition Details (Repeat)
  12. 01:28Premium Grade Ammunition (Repeat)
  13. 01:33Bullet and Brass Condition (Repeat)
  14. 01:41Heat Impact on Gunpowder (Repeat)
  15. 01:47Firecracker-like Pops (Repeat)
  16. 01:52Swollen Cans and Dents (Repeat)
  17. 01:58Containment by Ammo Cans (Repeat)
  18. 02:12Safety Implications (Repeat)

Frequently Asked Questions

How do ammo cans perform when exposed to extreme heat like a wildfire?

Ammo cans are highly effective at containing the effects of ignited gunpowder. In a wildfire scenario, they prevented major explosions and significant metal fragmentation, with the gunpowder igniting but often resulting in minor 'pops' rather than dangerous projectiles.

What happens to ammunition stored in ammo cans during a fire?

When exposed to extreme heat, the gunpowder within ammunition stored in ammo cans can ignite. However, the can itself contains the blast and fragments, preventing them from scattering widely and causing further damage or injury.

Can ammo cans prevent explosions from ammunition in a fire?

Yes, the video demonstrates that ammo cans significantly mitigate the risk of explosions from ammunition exposed to fire. While the gunpowder ignites, the can's robust construction contains the energy, turning potential explosions into contained pops.

What is the condition of brass and bullets after being in a wildfire inside an ammo can?

After exposure to intense heat, the brass casings appear as ashes but can remain somewhat firm. Bullets may still be present, but the overall effect is containment, with minimal scattering of metal fragments due to the can's integrity.

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