Kahulugan at Ibig Sabihin ng "fire in the hole"

fire in the hole

PADAMDAM

Siga sa butas!, Apoy sa butas!

used in contexts like mining, demolition, or military operations to alert others that an explosion is about to occur

What is the origin and context of use of 'fire in the hole'?

"Fire in the hole" is a warning phrase that originated in military and mining contexts. Its primary purpose is to alert others in the vicinity that an explosion is imminent or has been initiated. In military usage, "fire in the hole" is shouted to warn soldiers or personnel that a grenade or explosive device is about to be detonated. It's crucial for the safety of everyone nearby, as it gives individuals a chance to take cover or move away from the blast zone.

Example

As the miners prepared to blast a new tunnel, one of them shouted, " Fire in the hole! ".

Habang ang mga minero ay naghahanda upang pasabugin ang isang bagong tunnel, isa sa kanila ang sumigaw, "Siga sa butas!".

During military training exercises, soldiers practice throwing grenades and shout, " Fire in the hole! "

Sa panahon ng mga ehersisyo sa pagsasanay sa militar, nagsasanay ang mga sundalo na maghagis ng granada at sumisigaw ng "Siga sa butas!" bago ang bawat paghagis.