Somebody thought it was a good idea to put a large propane tank next to this playground

[TexasTowelie]

HONOLULU, Hawaii (HawaiiNewsNow) - Realtors often highlight the kid-friendly playground at the upscale Waikalua Bayside project on Kaneohe Bay.

But neighbors said they were shocked when the developer of the $1 million homes placed the private playground next to a propane tank and a transformer.

“I don’t think it’s safe for the kids," said Kaneohe resident Adrian Keohokalole. “I think there should be fencing around that or the removal of the gas tank would be better.”

The playground’s proximity to the gas tank and transformer doesn’t appear to violate any city permitting rules. But area residents said it violates common sense.

Read more: https://www.hawaiinewsnow.com/2019/10/17/whats-wrong-with-this-playground-according-permits-nothing-safety-concerns-linger/

[Ohiogal]

1. Yeah, let the kids climb all over it!

What’s the worst that could happen?!

[mahina]

2. Background, Adrian Keohokalole is state Sen.Jarrett Keohokalole's Dad.

FWIW.

[boomer_wv]

3. Eh.

To be fair, there is no chance that this tank would spontaneously explode. When they do, it's because they are exposed to extreme heat, like 500+ degrees, for long enough to superheat the gas inside. You could shoot it and there would still be nearly no chance that it would explode unless everything went absolutely perfect to pierce the tank and create a spark at just the right moment to be able to ignite the gas.

I know a lot of people that have one sitting next to their homes and have for decades. I have never heard of one exploding for no reason.

[TexasTowelie]

4. No, but having the electrical transformer nearby could provide the spark if there ever was a leak.

It's probably a good idea to look at the video at the link to check out the proximity between the tank and transformer. I wouldn't consider to be planned well.

[JDC]

5. The dumpster is not exactly a great toy either

[eppur_se_muova]

6. There are a propane dealer and fireworks emporium right next to each near here.

Need to take a picture someday.