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Unlocking the Power of Greek Fire: The Byzantine Empire's Secret Weapon
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Uncover the secrets of Greek fire, ancient warfare's legendary weapon. Explore its history, composition, and deadly impact.
Did the Great Chicago Fire really start with Mrs. O'Leary's cow?
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Legend has it that the Great Chicago Fire started with Mrs. O'Leary's cow and a lantern in the shed. Did a cow really start the Great Chicago Fire?
How Fire Sprinkler Systems Work
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Did you know that a fire sprinkler system is designed to be triggered by extremely high heat? Learn all about how a fire sprinkler system works.
What is St. Elmo's Fire?
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St. Elmo's Fire is a weather phenomena that often appears on the masts of ships and the wings of airplanes. Learn about St. Elmo's Fire and plama.
Why is concrete fire resistant?
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When you see a fire burning buildings on TV, do you ever wonder why some remain standing and others fold? Concrete has a lot to do with it.
The Ultimate Fire Sprinkler System Quiz
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Fire sprinklers may not look pretty, but if you think about how your home would look after a fire has ravaged it, it may be worth putting up with a few fire sprinklers sticking out of your ceiling. Fire sprinklers have fire-sensing abilities that trigger the sprinklers into action well before the fire brigade arrives. Take this quiz to see what you know about this clever system that may save your home and your life.
An Astrologer Explains the Fire Signs: Aries, Leo and Sagittarius
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The astrological signs are grouped into four elements — fire, water, earth and air. So what does it mean if you're a fire sign?
Can you really outrun a fire?
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Getting away from a fire on foot may not be as easy as you think. Can you really outrun a fire? Find out at HowStuffWorks.
What We Learned From the Deadliest Nightclub Fire in U.S. History
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HowStuffWorks looks at the lessons, including advanced building codes and medical treatments, that endure from Boston's 1942 Cocoanut Grove fire.
How the Amazon Fire Phone Works
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Amazon's entry into the smartphone market promises to make purchasing from the company easier than ever. Find out all about the Amazon Fire phone.