Man uses fire extinguisher to try and douse the Olympic flame

The Olympic torch relay is a time-honored tradition and began in April this year as we lead up to the opening of the games on the 5th of August.

While on its final leg in Brazil a man attempted to douse the flame with a fire extinguisher.  No explanation has been given for the attempt, however it was unsuccessful.

This is unfortunately not the only incident the Olympic Torch has encountted this year.