• @Buffaloaf@lemmy.world
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      141 year ago

      The moisture and organic material causes mold and bacteria to form and create heat. Because hay is a good insulator, heat will build up more and more. Once the hay gets to a certain temperature flammable gases are formed and can combust from the heat.

    • @Igloojoe@lemm.ee
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      -61 year ago

      Sun goes through droplet of water. Focuses beam. Burns the highly flammable straw.