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In MyMemeCards, the meme card game, “Fire In The Hole” is a rare card of the Memes World series 71, number 21134 of the collection, and the 125th best-known meme of its 300 cards. Here is what the meme means, where it comes from, and how to get its card.
What does the “Fire In The Hole” meme mean?
The phrase acts as a comedic warning preceding an immediate destructive or embarrassing act. It expresses anticipation of chaos caused by a third party. The humor stems from the contrast between the serious alert and the foolishness of the liquid throw. It is a form of playful but risky provocation, often used to shock or leave a mark during a clumsy joke.
Where does the “Fire In The Hole” meme come from?
The documented source dates back to 1999 in Camp Kill Yourself Trilogy: Round 1, filmed by Brandon DiCamillo and linked to the CKY videos. The scene shows a person ordering a drink, yelling the phrase, throwing it on the employee, and fleeing. Variants were later uploaded to platforms like YouTube and Break, though the exact upload date of the first video is unknown. The first definition found in Urban Dictionary is dated November 10, 2003. In 2007, the phenomenon gained local media attention after an employee in North Huntingdon, Pennsylvania, was injured in the eye by a drink mixed with hot sauce; the exact date of this incident is unknown. Another case, occurring on July 25, 2007, at a Taco Bell in Merritt Island, was filmed and published on YouTube.
- 1999Creation of the original scene in Camp Kill Yourself Trilogy: Round 1 by Brandon DiCamillo.
- November 10, 2003First definition recorded in Urban Dictionary.
- July 25, 2007Incident filmed and published on YouTube at a Taco Bell in Merritt Island.
How to use the “Fire In The Hole” meme
- Use this phrase to signal impending chaos during a prank among friends.
- Reference this meme to describe a situation where one voluntarily triggers rapid consequences.
- Recall the history of CKY videos when discussing the evolution of online pranks.
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The “Fire In The Hole” card in MyMemeCards
| Number | No. 21134 |
|---|---|
| Rarity | Rare |
| Collection | Memes World series 71 |
| Fame | 72/100 · #125 of 300 |
| Recycle value | 10 MemeCoins (30 in Shiny) |
How to get the “Fire In The Hole” card
Every pack holds 5 meme cards, the first 3 of them Common; Fire In The Hole comes out of the Memes World series 71 as a rare card. The pack odds say what each rarity weighs.
Your first pack is free and needs no account. After that a new free pack lands every 10 minutes, up to 3 waiting for you. You can also buy the card with MemeCoins on the market, bid for it at auction, or trade it — and a double recycles into 10 MemeCoins.
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Odds per card, averaged over a pack: Common 72%, Rare 23.9%, Epic 3.2%, Legendary 0.56%, Mythic 0.3%, Full Art ≤ 0.1%, Shiny 0.2%. Cards 1 to 3 are always Common, cards 4 and 5 climb the rarities. Rates drop for cards that circulate a lot. Details
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Frequently asked questions
Where does the fire in the hole meme come from?
It comes from the CKY videos, specifically Camp Kill Yourself Trilogy: Round 1, filmed in 1999 by Brandon DiCamillo.
Fire in the hole meme meaning?
It is a comedic signal announcing the throwing of a drink on someone at a drive-thru, followed by a getaway.
Who is brandon dicamillo meme?
He is the director and main actor of the CKY videos, from which the original meme scene is taken.
Fire in the hole real accident true or false?
Yes, real accidents occurred, such as the 2007 incident in Pennsylvania where an employee was injured.
How do I get the Fire In The Hole meme card?
Open a pack of MyMemeCards: “Fire In The Hole” is a rare card of the Memes World series 71. Your first pack is free, with no account, and you can also buy, trade or win the card at auction.
How rare is the Fire In The Hole card?
It is a Rare card. Rarity decides which pack slot can deal it, and what it is worth on the market.
Sources: Fire In The Hole · Know Your Meme · Pranking · checked on October 12, 2026.
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