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| − | + | You have probably seen road flares in use. They are highly effective for warning approaching motorists of danger. You may even have some in the [[Make a Car Emergency Kit|emergency kit in the back of your car]]. But have you ever lit one yourself? It's not hard, but like [[Change a Tire|changing a tire]], it's best if you practice and know what to expect before you need to use them. | |
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# Make sure that the flare is extinguished before leaving the site. If you wish to extinguish a lighted flare before it burns out, either douse it completely with water or tap the lighted end against the ground to break the burning part off of the rest of the flare. Smothering the flame is unlikely to be effective. | # Make sure that the flare is extinguished before leaving the site. If you wish to extinguish a lighted flare before it burns out, either douse it completely with water or tap the lighted end against the ground to break the burning part off of the rest of the flare. Smothering the flame is unlikely to be effective. | ||
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== Tips == | == Tips == | ||
