What pressure can be created by a detonation explosion?

A detonation explosion generates a shock wave with extremely high pressure that can cause significant damage over a wide area. The peak pressure created by such explosions can reach levels around 5,000 psi, which is substantially higher than the pressures produced by other forms of explosions or impacts. This peak pressure results from the rapid combustion and the intense energy release that characterizes a detonation. Understanding the potential for such high pressures is crucial for structural collapse rescue technicians, as it informs their approach to safety, assessment of the scene, and how they plan rescue operations in the aftermath of an explosion. Such knowledge helps in evaluating the structural integrity of buildings and in applying appropriate rescue and recovery techniques in environments where detonation-related hazards are present.