Is the Orion Flare Storage Bag # RN7830-01 Waterproof

Updated 02/04/2016 | Published 02/03/2016

Question:

Is this flare bag waterproof or water resistant?

asked by: Alex

Expert Reply:

In order for something to be described as waterproof it needs to be able to be submerged underwater and keep the contents dry. The Orion Storage Bag # RN7830-01 would not be waterproof as the lid of it is opened and closed with a zipper.

I wouldn't leave the bag out in the rain, but if you were walking a reasonably short distance with this bag the contents would stay dry. Road flares by nature have can handle quite a bit of moisture before failing. The ends of the flares are typically sealed by the igniter and once they get going they will burn through most rains.

expert reply by: Jameson C