Electronic Safety Flares, a Revolution in Automotive Safety

LOUISVILLE, Colo., July 21 -- Most automotive safety kits contain at least one incendiary, or strike, flare - but, with burn temperatures above 5,000 degrees and an ingredient list full of toxic chemicals, the flares themselves are dangerous to both the user and the environment.

Now there is an alternative: The Keystone Group's new FlareAlert(TM) (http://www.flarealert.com/), a battery-powered safety flare visible for miles from both the ground and air.

Twelve high-output LEDs make the FlareAlert highly visible from any angle. Requiring only two AA batteries to operate, the FlareAlert provides up to 20 hours of flashing light. The FlareAlert is also very durable, even strong enough to be run over by most civilian vehicles.

"The FlareAlert is a safe and versatile alternative to strike flares," said Brent Jones, Vice President of The Keystone Group. "Incendiary, or strike, flares are extremely dangerous; they can ignite spilled gasoline or oil and can cause brush fires. The FlareAlert can be used in any situation, near any material, on any surface."

With more than 16,000 traffic accidents occurring each day in the US, roadside safety is a concern for millions of people. "It's an easy decision," Jones said. "From accident scenes and engine trouble to flat tires, there are countless situations where motorists need to alert other drivers to their presence. The FlareAlert is safe and easy to use, crush- and water-resistant, and even has a magnetic base that allows it to be mounted to the side of a vehicle. The FlareAlert is also commonly used by bicyclers, boaters and campers as an emergency beacon."

FlareAlert is currently available in red and yellow. Storage bags and other accessories are also available. For more information, or to purchase the FlareAlert, visit The Keystone Group at http://www.flarealert.com/ or call 303-652-6164.