Whether you are a professional truck driver, an emergency responder, or just a regular driver heading out on a long-distance adventure, it’s essential to prepare for the worst-case scenario out on the road.
You likely already have jumper cables, emergency lighting, and
triangle reflector warning kits in your vehicle because these items help keep you safe.
However, you could be forgetting an essential part of your
car survival kit if you are missing
road flares. Road flares are a great addition to keep you and your vehicle safe on the road, and they are inexpensive too!
| Product Name |
# Flares In Each Case |
Price (1 – 10 Cases) |
| 30-Minute Orion Road Flares |
36 |
$114.65 |
| 20-Minute Orion Road Flares |
36 |
$84.20 |
| 15-Minute Orion Road Flares |
72 |
$146.10 |
Why Use Emergency Road Flares?
Emergency road flares are a visual warning device that can be used to warn oncoming traffic if your car breaks down on the side of the road. Here are just a few reasons to buy emergency road flares:
- Increase Visibility. Whenever you are stranded on the side of the road, you need to take extra precautions to alert drivers of your presence. This is especially important at night or in severe weather conditions. Make sure oncoming traffic sees you and knows that you are present.
- Illuminate An Area. Road flares are a great way to light up an area because three emergency flares produce the same amount of light as a police car.
- Light Up Your Surroundings. These road safety flares are a great light source if you don’t have access to a flashlight.
- Create A Clear Warning Signal. Highway safety flares warn drivers about road hazards like an accident or obstructions.
Anytime you have to pull over on the road with high-speed traffic whizzing by, you need to take every precaution to ensure your safety and the safety of other drivers.
A road flare is a perfect addition to help keep you safe when driving because emergency flares are universally understood, and three flares produce the same safety effect as a police car with flashing lights.
Even though most drivers don’t carry an emergency flare in their safety kit, you should consider including Orion Safety road flares:
| Pros |
Cons |
| Produces a bright, intense light to warn oncoming traffic. |
It can generate toxic fumes, so keep your distance or have protective gear on. |
| Self-contained design so you won’t need batteries or an external power source. |
Generates lots of heat. This can cause additional roadway fires. |
| Functions in all weather conditions. |
Causes leftover debris. Need to clean up the excess litter when done. |
| Waterproof design means the flare won’t die out in extreme conditions. |
Can’t reuse- each road flare is only one-time use. |
Along with grabbing the attention of oncoming traffic, road flares are also an excellent choice for emergency situations because they will withstand rain and snow, and they don’t require any power source like batteries.
This strong visual signal will help reduce the speed of oncoming traffic and divert traffic from your stopped vehicle on the side of the road.
How Do Traditional Road Flares Work?
There are different types of road flares on the market, but the type of emergency flare that is used by professionals continues to be pyrotechnic road flares.
The reason for this is simple- traditional emergency road flares produce very bright light and are self-contained, so they don’t require batteries or other power sources.
Once lit, chemical combustion will produce light, generate heat, and emit fumes. While the ingredients of road flares vary, most traditional emergency flares use a mix of strontium, nitrate, potassium nitrate, potassium perchlorate along with other substances.
Police officers, firefighters, and other emergency responders love Orion Safety road flares because they direct traffic, slow passing traffic, and caution drivers about dangerous situations in the area.
Since road flares are self-contained, they produce lots of heat and this can become an issue if placed near leaking fluids or brush in extremely dry conditions.
Both of these situations can ignite additional fires that can lead to additional property damage and injuries.
How Long Do Road Flares Last?
Road flares are tested to last various lengths of time so you can choose the best emergency flare for your needs. The length that an emergency flare lasts is based on the composition and mixture of fuels and other burn rate modifiers.
We sell Orion road flares that last 30, 20, and 15 minutes each. Our
emergency flares are tested to ensure burn duration and brightness over the desired length of time.
Be sure to think about your typical need, price, and other factors when choosing a road flare that burns to meet your goals on the road!
Why Buy Orion Safety Road Flares?
Whether you are taking precautions to stay safe on the road or looking out for the safety of other drivers, emergency road flares are a simple and effective way to light up your surroundings to warn people about potential dangers in the immediate vicinity.
Take a look at our road flares for your needs today! Our customer service reps are also available to help you find the best road flare for your needs and we look forward to working with you soon.
