Solution: Flare Alerts – The safe replacement for strike flares . The strike flare, also known as fused, has been a fixture at accident scenes, lane closures and DUI checkpoints for decades. So it may surprise you to learn that these “safety items” really aren’t safe at all. In fact, they are toxic and extremely dangerous. We hear it all the time – emergency personnel are sick and tired of being burned by strike flares. Strike flares burn at extremely high temperatures. It can be terribly painful when the flame comes into contact with the skin. This incidental damage to uniforms and other equipment is an additional risk and cost that needs to be considered when using strike flares. Spilt oil and gasoline are common at accident scenes. Should a striking flare be placed on or near a flammable liquid, a fire would quickly follow. And don’t forget about brush fires. Strike flares can quickly ignite brush or grass. Strike flares also present another unseen danger and that is noxious fumes. Strike flares emit toxic fumes while being burned. These fumes can be absorbed by clothing and hair. More importantly, the fumes can irritate your throat, eyes and lungs. Strike flares are so hazardous, that users are urged to contact a physician IMMEDIATELY if its fumes are inhaled. From the risk of burns and igniting flammables to the risk of fume inhalation, strike flares are a significant hazard. Just one more reason to make the switch to the Flare Alert. The Flare Alert is the practical, economical, and safe replacement for strike flares. The Flare Alert traffic safety lights are brighter and safer. There is no waste. Use them over and over and over again. The bright LEDs can flash or remain on in constant mode and are visible from 3 miles away. We can make LED flare kits for you with specially designed storage bags that will accommodate a set of Flare Alerts, weighted bases, and even traffic cone adapters. When used with a weighted base, the Flare Alert can even be used as helicopter landing zone lights. They are weather resistant, crush resistant, and above all, safe to store in a hot vehicle trunk. We offer special pricing to police departments, fire departments and emergency response personnel. So contact us today and make the switch to the safe traffic safety lights.
By: Mary Wecker
