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Evan Thomas · February 13, 2013, 02:42 PM

Shortwave, what you say makes sense, given that the first rule for emergency responders is not to put themselves at risk.

But when firefighters were allowed on the scene is a secondary issue. My main point is that the recordings make clear that the intent of "deploying seven burners" was to set the cabin on fire, rather than to force Mr. Dorner out by means of the tear gas in the canisters. This is even more apparent if you listen to the calm tone of the officer reporting that the building is on fire.

February 13, 2013, 02:42 PM	#92
Evan Thomas Senior Member Join Date: July 7, 2008 Location: Upper midwest Posts: 5,631	Shortwave, what you say makes sense, given that the first rule for emergency responders is not to put themselves at risk. But when firefighters were allowed on the scene is a secondary issue. My main point is that the recordings make clear that the intent of "deploying seven burners" was to set the cabin on fire, rather than to force Mr. Dorner out by means of the tear gas in the canisters. This is even more apparent if you listen to the calm tone of the officer reporting that the building is on fire. __________________ Never let anything mechanical know you're in a hurry.