Ferry explosion in Playa del Carmen

[JamesBon92007]

They are calling it "una falla mechanica."

 

[mcohen1021]

I still keep thinking an idling engine and no blower

 

[Dave Dillehay]

Who is "they"? The ferries only carry diesel and that cannot detonate! Plus a source tells us that one device was recently found floating near Cozumel with 6 sticks of dynamite, a controller with remote detonation equipment, and the Mexican Marines exploded it in the Fonatur Marina. That is already in the Mexican press before this event. Much more to come I suppose.

Dave

 

[king_of_battle]

Wow I was on a Caribe ferry Sunday. That's crazy!

 

[mcohen1021]

Diesel can ignite if spilled on a hot exhaust or if the heat source exceeds 140 degrees F right?

 

[ReefHound]

The official report from the governor is saying "preliminary" indication is mechanical failure.
Actualización.- Coordinación Gral. de Comunicación aclara explosión del barco en Playa del Carmen

 

[Dave Dillehay]

I really wish it were so.

dave

 

[Dave Dillehay]

Diesel can ignite if spilled on a hot exhaust or if the heat source exceeds 140 degrees F right?

yes, diesel can ignite, but it will not support an explosion/detonation like seen in the videos.

dave

 

[The Chairman]

Dayum.

 

[mcohen1021]

yes, diesel can ignite, but it will not support an explosion/detonation like seen in the videos.

dave

Was good meeting you @ the show in Frisco!