THE BIG BURN- Fire Breather Sets Face on Fire

[JestMaster]

Asian themed party at an Asian themed restaurant. Look at my costume (fireproof, fortunately...).

[niky9965]

wats with the chineese restraunt music

[ngaidoousman1]

idiot kept it way to close to his face

[JestMaster]

@ngaidoousman1 -- so elegantly stated from the obvious expert...

[skoskavf]

Well, i would never use booze when im firebreathing. That's just stupid. It burns to easy.

[JestMaster]

The floor was just a little flash that no one noticed. Yes, my face was burned. Hell yes, I got paid!

[NotN8]

Is the pay really that good? Sign me up! haha I have one of those boring desk jobs..

[6470447]

You are such an idiot for playing with fire!!!!! You got what you deserved you RETARD!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! TEEHEE

[JestMaster]

@6470447 And you are obviously so well spoken, intelligent and considerate I can't help be touched by your message. Why must small minds like yours who don't actually understand what I do call me names for "playing with fire"? I don't call you names for playing with yourself.

[6470447]

@JestMaster sorry, that was my little bro and his friend.

[Arabhacks]

Yes, you Should Always have a safety at your side, and have everyone else a safe distance away, should.

I have broken the rules, and have been burned, no real injury.

But, when one does any number of shows per month, it gets to where money counts.

The Fire Arts is just that the Art of Fire, you understand it, or not.

[MrRiguy98]

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[MrRiguy98]

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[JestMaster]

@SunBerriez Yes, too close, I know. But it was either risk me or the guests. Would have been OK if not for the video guy hovering behind me stirring up the air currents. The things we;ll do to entertain people.

[muller27x]

I realize that accidents happen. However, the harm that comes from these accidents can be minimized by taking the proper and appropriate cautions. Where was your safety standing by with a towel? I am a breather as well, but I ALWAYS have a safety within 25 feet of me anytime I breath. I was incredibly grateful that I had my safety about 8 months ago when i had a blowback that lit my face. With my proper training and my well trained safety, I received NO BURNS.

[JestMaster]

@muller27x Very true, safety is paramount. I did have my water, wet towel, etc. with me, and that is how the situation was resolved. Not always practical to have another person with you on every gig as a safety, so we do the best we can in whatever circumstance we have to work in.

[EdTheBadass]

@muller27x

well.. lets be real.. people actually watch "firebreathing" solely becasue they wait for something to happen.

It is same as Nascar. Noone cares who wins. It's the same 5 redecks every time. People come to see crashes and fire and destruction.

[NotN8]

@EdTheBadass I guess, .. but you really don't think it looks cool even when nothing goes wrong? Yes, the risk is exciting, but it also looks awesome even when people do this safely & don't screw up. Let's, ehrm.. "BE REAL" - It's exciting no matter what happens (& you're just sadistic.)

[narutorasengan162]

Hurry! Stomp his face!!!!!!!

[mjcaple]

You used the wrong fuel ass.

[JestMaster]

@mjcaple - Try reading some of the other INFORMED comments before you show your own ignorance. But thank you for leaving such a literate and thought out reply. I'm sure you are an expert.

[narutorasengan162]

@mjcaple you don't use fuel at all! if u use fuel you die! you use alcohol.

[JestMaster]

@narutorasengan162 FUEL means anything that is combustible. Alcohol is also a fuel. Be that as it may, every fire performer has his preference. There is no one proper fuel to use.

[narutorasengan162]

@JestMaster ah okay that is true i wasn't sure what he meant and okay.

[misterlamp1]

Sad.....

[misterlamp1]

Really cool video, but I feel bad for the guy

[HorrorHippie33]

Thank you for uploading this! People need to see first hand how dangerous this can be! I am still learning myself and the risk is always there.

[mfskarphedin]

THANK YOU FOR POSTING THIS!!! Kids think photos of me blowing fire are so freaking awesome, and I keep telling them, "Don't try this without professional training, unless you want to be known as 'Oatmeal Face' for the rest of your life." They think I'm joking! Gonna share this.

[JestMaster]

@mfskarphedin Glad to be of assistance.

[missusgrotesque]

oh man, that sucks. but i bet he's still doing it lol

=)

[Rammstein2720]

Ive had that happen before. It wasn't for that long, but it was the scariest thing in my life and I kind of hermited in my house for about a month.

[billieholiday42]

this is what happens when you dont go to college.

[JestMaster]

Excuse me--- B.A. in Theater.

[billieholiday42]

@JestMaster you have a felony, or you have mental problems. fire breathing is not a real job.

[JestMaster]

@billieholiday42 *sigh* Another county heard from. Yes, you're right. It's not a "real" -- dull, typical, unexciting, commonplace, uninspired, meaningless, boring, tedious, normal, average -- job. But I help people forget their own drab, retched lives for a bit, have notoriety and fans, and make more money doing it in 10 minutes than you make in a week, so I'll happily stick with my "unreal" job, thank you very much. How often have you been featured in the New York Times for doing YOUR job?

[pollyjeffcoat]

@JestMaster fair play type in torbay fire breather

[N30NZ0MB13]

Whoever told you that you should be using white gas and that you held it too close doesn't know what they were talking about.

I can tell that you know what you were doing, and something happens to every one that does fire performance.

Don't let them get to you, people online always think they know every thing. :P

[Dimdez]

What would you say is the best thing to use for fire breathing? I've never done it but I want to do research and or gain knowledge how to do it safely before I do it, and you say you have 30 plus years in it, what should I do? I heard cornstarch/powered sguar/bacardi 151 is good, but I need to make sure so i don't fuck my face up XD

[JestMaster]

I can't advise you, both for your safety and my liability. Even training you personally you'd still sign a "hold harmless" clause in case something went awry. (We live in a very litigious society...) I suggest you find a local professional to study with, and/or at least read a bunch of books on the subject. Bottom line, there are several fuel options and techniques. Experimentation and experience will teach you which one(s) works best for you. Whatever you do, be careful! NO ONE is invulnerable.

[pollyjeffcoat]

@Dimdez id reccommend u use bbq lighting fluid its what i use... type in torbay fire breather

[followyourfeet85]

Ouch!rthats the kind of shit that scares me. Glad ur alrite. still can't wrk out how that happens, other than the fact your breathing with Colemans. Think uve already sed it in a comment, but, ......ONLY USE COLEMANS FOR TRANSFERS/VAPOURS.........FOR BREATHING USE PARRAFIN OR ANYTHING WITH AN EQUIVALENT FLASHPOINT.

However, when breathing ALWAYS wipe after, as my beard collected with parrafin and inevitably set light.....burning my lips quite badly. ALWAYS LEARN FROM ANOTHER.

[nonames00]

IM BURNIN NOW!! LOLZ

[LostDarknight]

I just hope you are ok now :)

[Dracelin]

I don't think I'll be doing any firebreathing in my life - I'll just stick to poi. If I had my face burned like that I'd be scarred for ever. Not to mention you're one very lucky devil - you got to keep both of your eyes in their rightful place ^^;

My sympathy to you, for this nasty accident, thanks for sharing and I'm really glad you're eventually fine.

[JestMaster]

@Dracelin Much appreciated. Careful with those poi though--- I know a few people who have been unlucky.

[LostDarknight]

Congratulations...

[JestMaster]

@LostDarknight Um, gee... thanks?

[dankwert]

don't use petroleum, it's unsafe. I've been breathing for 6 years and you dont want to use anything with such a low temp burn point

[JestMaster]

@dankwert Every fire performer seems to have his or her own rules as to what is an appropriate fuel and how safe it is. I know people that use all kinds of things, and I've tried them all. Well, most. In the end it becomes whatever works for you.

[SHAZU4u]

AWESOME!

[JestMaster]

@RequiemNova

You are a sick pup. Frankly, no. They didn't even notice, except the one guy who stopped me as I was running off stage to tell me how great my finale was.

[pr1nce333]

woow, looks bad, do you have scars left? What did you use for blowing? I was firebreathing for first time couple days ago, all was good :). But i was using petroleum.

[JestMaster]

@pr1nce333 No visible scars, due to prompt and proper care. I was using Coleman fuel, also known as "white gas", a standard fire act fuel.

[tweek46000]

@JestMaster fucking white gas???? really? I'm a fire performer myself and NEVER use white gas for breathing

[JestMaster]

Performers who have something to prove frequently claim that they are experts, and their way is the only way. I've got news for you. It is arrogant and unprofessional to criticize, especially if you don't know details. I have 30+ years in the biz, with extensive research and training. How about you?ACCIDENTS do happen to EVERY fire performer. You disagree, expert? Know who you are preaching to before proving you are an egomaniac or just an idiot. REAL professionals are helpful and courteous.

[bojoben]

@JestMaster Wow, youre an asshole. Just repeating the same stuff, get laid.

[JestMaster]

Yes, I repeated the same reply 3 times since I had 3 comments from 3 imbeciles in a row. Oh wait, now there's your comment. So that's 4 imbeciles in a row. Try reading some of the comments by intelligent people and the responses to those. "Get laid"? What are you, in junior high school? I'd tell you to get a life, but there's obviously no chance of that happening.

[LarsLarsen]

@JestMaster

I was using Coleman fuel, also known as "white gas", a standard fire act fuel.

DONT DO THAT. Vapor tricks, fine, breathing? INJURY OR SERIOUS DEATH!!!

When you do something that stupid, in an indoor venue no less, you increase all professional performers insurance costs, and make it harder for all of us. So please, get some UPLO and find an instructor.

[JestMaster]

Performers who have something to prove frequently claim that they are experts, and their way is the only way. I've got news for you. It is arrogant and unprofessional to criticize, especially if you don't know details. I have 30+ years in the biz, with extensive research and training. How about you?ACCIDENTS do happen to EVERY fire performer. You disagree, expert? Know who you are preaching to before proving you are an egomaniac or just an idiot. REAL professionals are helpful and courteous.

[d3dreaper]

after reading some of the comments (and your response to the) It seems that there are alot of "self proclaimed professionals" that truly have no respect or knowledge of the risk at hand and thus makes them not a pro due to that fact.... I do however enjoy reading your intelligent remarks/comebacks to them And I do appreciate you posting this video up because it can help everyone learn more from an extremely painful accident (I've had a couple similar accidents but it didn't involve my face)

[JestMaster]

@d3dreaper Thank you. You are very perceptive and kind. A breath of fresh air amongst all of the stale and foul.

[linkloverjc]

Are you the fire-eating person? D: That looks painful... how bad was it, 1-10. 10 being "OH MY GAWD AAAAAAAAAH!" And 1 being, "Meh."

[JestMaster]

@linkloverjc

Yup, that's me. For about the first hour it was 5 ("Yikes!"). Then it jumped to 10. Once I got the proper goo applied it settled at 4 ("Yee Gads!") for a few days, Took about 10 days to get to "Meh". Mostly wearing the bandages for the first several days was a pain. Thanks for asking.

[SiT1986]

Nice fx.

[JestMaster]

If you mean the titles and editing of the film, my thanks. If you mean the fire--- that's all real.

[HerGuardianAngel1991]

Holy shit... He had the torch way too close, thus the what little blowback there was hit him in the face. Fucking ow.

[LarsLarsen]

@HerGuardianAngel1991

He had the wrong fuel, the torch is actualy kinda far away for ignition. Experienced breathers will tap it near their face as close as they can to avoid unburned mist in the air.

[JestMaster]

Performers who have something to prove frequently claim that they are experts, and their way is the only way. I've got news for you. It is arrogant and unprofessional to criticize, especially if you don't know details. I have 30+ years in the biz, with extensive research and training. How about you?ACCIDENTS do happen to EVERY fire performer. You disagree, expert? Know who you are preaching to before proving you are an egomaniac or just an idiot. REAL professionals are helpful and courteous.

[bieli0]

isn't there like a lotion or something you can put on your face... or flame resistant clothing?

[JestMaster]

Costumes are fire resistant, but as for a face protectant--- doesn't exist.

[NovaFeuershows]

mit alcohol solte man auch nicht spucken eigendlich sollte man spucken sowiso sein lasssen ist zu gefährlich, da gibt es auchnoch andere Sachen ;)

[wildkitten13]

ahhh, he didn't wipe before blowing, that's a very simple but VERY important step, especially when using low flashpoint fuels. I prefer cornstarch myself, less that can go wrong, for my audience/venue at least. Not as impressive of flame, but also WAY safer if any gets left on me or on the surrounding area. Though not looking forward to the day I get blowback and inhale...I know it will happen eventually no matter how safe I try to be..non-Newtonian fluid + coughing lungs = OMFG OUCH!!! lol

[HekiShavik]

Way to make 10 secs last more than four mins..

Too bad about your face though. I've messed up on sambucka once and that was just the lower lip.. *shivers*

[JestMaster]

All in a day's work.

[greymalkin66]

That doesn't have to happen, and those burns could have been prevented. Its what you get when you have no safety procedures at all. Its what I would expect out of amateurs. First off, where in the hell is your safety? I'm guessing you didn't even have one. If you had, those flames could have been out in under 2 seconds. Secondly, open fuel container? Do you WANT to get burnt? You deserved that burn, it happened solely because of your own incompetence. Thank you for the cautionary tale.

[JestMaster]

Obviously you didn't read any of the other comments or my relies. FYI, I am a PROFESSIONAL, and accidents do happen. If you knew anything about it your comments wouldn't be so uninformed.

[zunidoll2]

It is unfortunate that some of the idiots that watch this would do it without proper instruction. But you are not to blame for anyone who hurts themselves any more that Evil Kenivle would if someone attempted his stunts without researching it first.

[JestMaster]

@zunidoll2

I agree. Thanks.

[fromstart2finish]

KATON GOUKAKYUU NO JUTSUU

[kfrr]

Oh man... I'm sorry. At least you took it well....?

[RockinSaffie]

ok no dude,ow ee oo ahh seriously why am i watching this...that looked realy painfull!!!

[TheWAZA81]

ouchies, that woul have stung!

[TheWAZA81]

ouchies. not a good one at all. hope it hasn't happened again. looked quite sore after

[Antiunfunktasticize]

The music made it so creepy the first time.

[redsand4]

This happens when the performer either breathes in directly afterword or the baton deflected the Lamp oil back onto their face. both are minor accidents that end up with huge consequences

[xxphatpiexx]

My dad taught his friend to breath fire when we were camping with his family and the night that we left he set himself of fire and had no hair on his face.

[TeRRoRizZe]

risking life and limb for money not entertainment. but is that guy alright what degree¿?

[Smokey94462]

ouch that must have hurt like ****

[JestMaster]

Yup, that's me... the Towering Inferno.

[justinater1000]

yo dude are u alrite that looked really painfull dude hopefully u didnt get hurt that bad

[JestMaster]

All fine now. Thanks for asking.

[SSGdylan]

thats not you?

[mbrcanton12]

omg! dude that was freakin scary! are u ok? like do u have permenate scars or something?

[zunidoll2]

For those who are posting nasty comments about this guys accident, THIS IS NOT FUNNY. This guy is NOT stupid, a moron or untrained. ANYONE who does ANY type of dangerous stunts is putting themselves at risk for YOUR entertainment. There are people out there who try things without ANY training at all and THOSE are the people who are idiots and get what they asked for since they did not bother to consult a professional or at least learn about the risk of what they want to attempt.

[SoulYume]

Funny is subjective. You can't tell others what is funny or not.

[gjvmnd]

@zunidoll2 - which begs the question; how idiotic is it to put your own well being at risk for someone else's entertainment?

[JestMaster]

@gjvmnd To even ask this question demonstrates a unfortunate lack of understanding about performers, entertainment, and human nature in general. Ever go to a movie? You like those explosions and car chases? Ever been to the circus, seen the high-wire act, lion tamers? Ever hear of Evil Knievel? Cliff divers in the islands? Race car drivers? By your standards all of this is "idiotic". Would be a pretty sad and dull world if everyone thought like you.

[gjvmnd]

@JestMaster - yes, of course. you make such a strong point. putting one's life at risk for the entertainment of others is totally sane and not at all idiotic. moreover, your excellent examples (lion tamers, Evil Knievel) only support that argument. totally sane examples. it makes complete sense to risk your life for fame and/or fortune. god forbid we put the health and well-being of others ahead of our entertainment.

[JestMaster]

@gjvmnd Sorry you disapprove, Dr. Sane. You are undoubtedly the expert on what is and is not acceptable for people to risk and for what reasons. How about skiing, bungee jumping, whitewater rafting, mountain climbing, horseback riding? Is it sane to risk for one's own amusement? Fortunately, through eons of recorded history, and the foreseeable future of mankind, most people do not share your views. What sane job do you do, and whom does it benefit? No chance at fame or fortune for you I see.

[gjvmnd]

@JestMaster - Are you really trying to compare the risks of lion taming to that of skiing? It is not sane to risk one's own life for their own or others entertainment. It shows how little they value their life. sane people value life and, therefore, do not engage in behavior where death or serious injury is a virtual certainty. Im not sure what bearing my profession has on this argument, other than to allow you to turn this into something personal. Why make it personal? Did i hurt your feelings?

[JestMaster]

@gjvmnd Most would say horseback riding is harmless, but Christopher Reeves died due to it. Come out from under your rock, my friend. The bold would argue that life without risk is not living at all. As for what you do, it would provide insight into your obviously fearful existence. As for "making it personal", usually calling what someone does "idiotic" would qualify. Either way, I grow weary of your parochial badinage. No sense arguing with a fool. Enjoy your sedentary life. Accost me no more.

[gjvmnd]

@JestMaster Most would say eating is harmless unless you choke. Every act carries risk, however, putting yourself into obvious high risk situations to amuse others or yourself is idiotic. Use all the ostentatious words you like, if you can't understand how putting your life at risk for the entertainment of others is idiotic, you aren't worth my time either. You are right, though. Without idiots, presumably like you, my life would be far less entertaining. Thank you. Enjoy your shortened life.

[JestMaster]

@gjvmnd You read it here first, folks.

[gjvmnd]

@JestMaster - 2 cavemen sit around a fire. They hear a rustling in the bushes. One caveman runs and hides in the cave, the other goes over to the bush to check out the noise and gets eaten by a saber toothed tiger. Given that the human population hasn't died off, I'd say your assessment that most people don't share my views isn't correct. If you were correct, the world would be a lot less crowded.

[JestMaster]

@gjvmnd You would have it that both cavemen hide in ignorance until they both get eaten, along with the rest of their fellows, because no one ever investigated and determined the danger. If all were like you the human race would never have survived. Everyone would be cowering in the bushes. And for the record, your example here doesn't even make sense in relation to your previous arguments. To you investigating one's surroundings or trying to understand a potential danger is also "idiotic".

[zunidoll2]

@gjvmnd Money talks. Look at it this way, many everyday jobs have big risks - construction, nuclear power plants, electrical work, etc. These may not be done for peoples entertainment but a risk is a risk and no matter how well you know your craft or work ther is a chance that you can be injured or get killed. Does this make you an idiot for doing these types of jobs?

[JestMaster]

@zunidoll2 - much appreciated.

[sweetsendaedreamr]

From texas...hahahah 'udder'..

yes i am that childish......

[waitEveryday]

lol, for some reason I think most people laugh...why, I do not know, but we laugh.

[JestMaster]

Historically OTHER PEOPLE'S tragedies are always funny...

[sweetsendaedreamr]

anybody that says they haven't been burned and comments on another's misfortune is poking at bad karma. Its almost like asking to be burned and to be burned worse....I hope not but murphy's law man.. don't poke the bear!

Cool show...insurance rates go up after that???? :)

[JestMaster]

Insurance never found out about it. Hope they don't frequent YouTube...

[JestMaster]

Sixth, an "udder" is under a cow. I should think you meant "utter", which means "complete". If you are going to accuse others of being morons at least use the right words.

Finally, lighten up. You've obviously missed the appointment for your lobotomy, so why not just chill out and curb the ego and vitriol a bit? Professional performers, as you claim to be, show respect for each other.

[JestMaster]

Fifth, I have been doing this "dangerous stunt" professionally and very successfully probably since you've been in diapers. Or at least since you've had manners. Maybe you should do a little research. Feel free to google me and find out who you are making assumptions about.

[JestMaster]

Fourth, just because you have not been burned yet doesn't mean anyone who does get burned is a moron. It is a fact that most fire performers have been burned at least once in their career. You'd probably know that too if you'd read the comments, or looked at any of the similar videos on YouTube.

[JestMaster]

[sigh]

First, if you are not trying to be rude I'd hate to know what it must be like if are trying to be rude.

Second, I did not use alcohol. if you had bothered to read any of the other comments you would know what fuel I did use.

Third, I know several professional fire eaters who use an alcohol mix and do just fine, thank you.

[pbmaniac2000]

Wow my friend. You are a complete and udder moron. Not trying to be rude but you got exactly what was coming for you. Anyone who uses alcohol for fire breathing is going to get burned severely.

I have been doing 18 fire shows a week for the past 6 years. I have never once had my face catch on fire like that. Have i had the wind switch direction on me, yes. But never had that happen.

Next time you are going to attempt a dangerous stunt do a little bit more research.

[jnhe44]

what'd you do? after that did u like dunk ur head into a toilet? I bet u learned to keep water near by

[JestMaster]

I did have water nearby. I only looked like I stuck my head in a toilet afterwards.

[jnhe44]

lol is this the only accident you've haved? Since looks interesting think it could be a fun past time

[JestMaster]

ONly 2X in about 35 years. First time not as serious. What looks interesting and fun-- fire eating or burning? Fire eating is a living, but I wouldn't recommend the burning part. Fire is not something to do as a pastime. Either you learn it and do it right and perform or don't do it. Obviously, even for pros, very dangerous. That's why we get paid the big bucks.

[matrags]

Uh...dude...Your face is on fire.

[JestMaster]

Like, duh... Seriously hot times, man!

[Zaetix]

hey i just bought shoes like the cameraman has... cool!

[ImTheBestSkater]

yesterday i was starting a fire it exploded second degree burns all over my face and right arm and i had long hair it singed and i had to get me hair cut really short it sucked

[coderedjulia]

Yikes!! I have a question, do fire breathers get drunk after their performance?

[JestMaster]

No need too. Inhale enough fumes of that crap while you're working and amounts to the same thing...

[felixrabbit]

jesus, what were using. i made the mistake of doing this when i was drunk, and didn't the right fuel. it blew up in my face, but nothing like that

[axleelvin]

I burned myself a week ago using camp stove fuel. Luckily there should be little scarring. I've done the trick dozens of times no problem using parafin, but I had run out...

[mattkissband]

fuel? no way man.....LIQUID PARRAFIN; preferablly " WEEMS & PLATH "

[ParanoidAndroyd5]

Thank you for sharring. I had the same thing happen to me a few months ago. I was practicing in my back yard and the wind caught the flame and blew it back lighting my face on fire. My only regret is that I didn't get it on video. Like you said, every fire performer will eventually get burned.

[QTAlysha92]

I didn't see anything in the reflection... Could somebody tell me what was there?

[JestMaster]

Yeah, a bit fuzz online. It is a distant reflection of a torch marching by--- the torch is me.

[kkkkazad]

very scary moment no one should fire breath it is very dangerous and it could cause serious harm so you listing kids? don't play with fire...please!

[Lazy4nge1]

and that, ladies and gentlemen, is one of the many reasons I don't firebreathe: hope it healed up ok with not too bad scarring!

[JestMaster]

Fire is dangerous, and accidents happen even to the best of us, but I am completely healed and unscarred thanks to proper treatment. Any competent fire performer should know exactly how to treat burns. Thanks for asking!

[Lazy4nge1]

pleased to hear that, and I totally agree about fire performers knowing how to treat burns and minimise risks. Glad to see you're spreading the word about safety!

To be honest, it's the long term risks of damage to lungs and mouths associated with firebreathing that puts me off, not to mention the possibility of internal burns if you screw up really badly.

[coolHHNstuff]

well, actually, its the long term damage to your liver thats the worst. fire eaters know that there's a risk of catching on fire, or inhaling the flame, but the thing that scares fire eaters the most is cirrhosis of the liver. since the chemicals that go into your mouth very clearly say "harmful or fatal if swallowed", cirrhosis is much more likely for fire eaters. which leaves me wondering why i still do it. lolz

[shadeWSPA]

i do this for a living and i think you're a fuking idiot...and the fact you're still performing is a disgrace...you should be ashamed

[JestMaster]

Every WORKING PROFESSIONAL has been burned during their careers. Accidents do happen (in every line of work) no matter how many precautions you take. (If you bothered to read any of the other comments you would know this.) Twice in 35 years is not bad. Of course, if you "do this for a living" and never get any work I can see how you've never been burned. As for being an idiot or ashamed, at least I know how to spell and punctuate properly. Your response to this video is a disgrace.

[revolutionflame]

what type of fuel were you useing? to keep burning that bad?

[JestMaster]

Virtually an fuel will burn like that under similar conditions, but I was using Coleman Fuel (camping lantern fuel, also called white gas by some). It burns hotter than some fuels but looks much brighter and more impressive than many. However, I wouldn't recommend the view from inside the

fire...

[masterfrederick]

Ah. And now I see why you kept burning. I recommend against using white gas to everyone I know, but there are always those who choose to. You at least have the good grace to not only show your mistake for all to see but poke fun at yourself for doing so. Bravo, JestMaster.

[zunidoll2]

I am sure that you have learned a big lesson from this and I'm glad that you have healed from that burn. If you haven't already checked on this, use Ultra Pure clear lamp oil. It is not as volitile and though the flame may not be as bright, it is better than using a volitile fuel that will cause the problem that you had in this video. Please check out my video FIRESTARTER under zunidoll2. I perform as Gene Simmons of KISS and you may be impressed with the video. Best wishes in the future.

[marijehurghada]

ive been fire performing for yrs , but thankgod this never happened to me, dont now if i could go on if it did.

I do know that after working with fire 4 a long time you can kinda forget about the danger of it.

So thanks for reminding me..

My friend got burnt pretty badly once though, he always says that respecting the fire and respecting ur own body is no1, think he's right...

[genhwong]

Please call me - I want to license this video for a tv show 323.468.4675 Genevieve Wong, Producer, Most Shocking

[tavopank]

hey

this video just reminded me of myself 3 days ago, i was at a rave party so i was twirling the staff and fire breathing so i got a change of direction on the wind and fire reached my face so i was on fire for about 7 to 10 seconds and had nothing of the safe kit, so i ended with some 2nd degree burns on my cheek, chin, nose and lips.

i think ill stop fire breathing for a while, or if im gonna do it again il have a safe kit

[tresanarchist]

wow. im a snake charmer (little ones) and do trick like in to the nose and out the mouth and im considering moving up the ranks, sword swallowing and fire breathing/eating  to get to the level you are whats the best method to be safe but still give the people what they want to see.

[Stylensky]

I've done the same thing except not as bad. I always have a wet towel on my shoulder when blowing fire. Tha way when this happens you just wrap it around your head and it smothers the fire......Saftey first!!

[JestMaster]

Yeah, this was the end of a long night of fire, and I got lax. I usually always have the damp towel in my hand (it was on the chair), and I never have fuel, especially open, in hand. I also usually won't do blowouts in that small a space. I was actually finished with my set and the videographer asked me to do more. Just one of those nights. Only second time in in about 30 years, so it was probably time. Thanks for your comments.

[Gripfang]

I feel you.

I set my own face ablaze a couple days ago.

I have the shoulder towel like Stylensky said he does, but I neglected to soak it this time.

I did awesome for the main routine without problems, but then I still had a mouthful of fuel when the staff (I spin staff and breathe) went out. I gave it a quick splash for just one more good breath and lit up.

I blew, and enough fuel spattered on my face to set my closely trimmed beard on fire.

[Gripfang]

I slapped at it with the towel, but it had no water on it, just some fuel from wiping my mouth off.

So IT went up & I didn't know how much of it had gone up till I'd smacked myself with a wad of flame 2 or 3 times, then slung it off my shoulder & doused it with the towel I HAD soaked for putting out my staff.

I got really lucky & came away with a singed beard, a couple spots on my cheek & nose that look kinda like a bad like a sunburn, wounded pride, & a good reason to trim the back of my head.

[allor89]

koodos

if you do it safe then when it does happen your injuries will be few and fainter

[RobinMD1]

I had an anxiety attack watching this!!!!

[JestMaster]

Try watching it from INSIDE the fire. I didn't have my anxiety attack until afterwards when I had to tell my wife about it...

[KRCentral]

Hi, there! I am also a fire breather (just started). I use paraffin (called Kerosene in the US). What substance did you use? It also looks as if you didn't blow the flame out hard enough and it travel back to your face immediately!! The first gig I did, the wind blew in my face and.......