Propane Refresher
Sun. Jul 22nd 2007
Propane is a liquefied petroleum gas and aromatic hydrocarbon that may be used as a gaseous fuel. Propane's best-known hydrocarbon neighbors are methane (natural gas) and butane (disposable cigarette lighters).
Vapor is heavier than air. A leaking propane tank can allow vapors to settle underneath the home, creating an explosive atmosphere. Liquid propane will vaporize at any temperature above 144°F. A gallon of liquid propane weighs 4.24 pounds and contains 91,650 Btus. Propane, and all other hydrocarbon-based fuels, must be kept away from open flame and ignition sources. It is, therefore, vital to treat propane with the utmost respect.
Propane fires, or fires that directly affect propane tanks, require immediate attention. The fire department will have to consider how it is going to protect the structure from the propane tank or vice versa.
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