While this dead thread can be revived, @CuriousFurious can not be brought back. He was the one who started this thread, and I was only made aware today that he died either in or due to a lab explosion in southern Oregon 2ish years ago.
He was an amazing human, and probably the most safety focused employee I have ever had in a lab setting. I have no idea what happened, but I did hear he went back into the building to try and fix whatever the emergency was that caused the explosion and his subesquent death.
If anyone has any information about what happened, I would really appreciate knowing. Feel free to shoot me a DM or post it here so that we can all learn and be better/safer.
Even when mitigating the risks we are presented with as extractors, bad things can happen. Hug your loved ones and stay vigilant. Whether you are in the recreational or traditional market, these types of accidents are preventable, and there is no hash on the face of this earth that is worth your life.
Rest in peace @CuriousFurious.