Another “weak roof-to-shell seam” failure and results

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This is an excellent photo that shows what happens when a FLAMMABLE LIQUIDS ATMOPSHERIC STORAGE tank does not have proper or adequate emergency venting.  As we can see in this photo (Source: AP) the tank is still in tank, but with a large hole (e.g. new vent!).  This tank was estimated to have reached the height of 60′ and landed approximately 75 yards from its foundation.  Ignition was a lighting strike.

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