User blog comment:Le Rottweiler/Radioactive Containers/@comment-3547390-20150801234453

Well, it is a common thing to see explosive barrels in games, due to the strategic implications and whatnot. From the logic of it being a game, it makes sense for them to be there.

If we are to take it in realistic terms, I am pretty sure there aren't explosive canisters lying around in areas people are expected to walk. Explosives in general tend to require a lot of permits and safety precautions due to several past instances of explosions. It seems unlikely that they would be lying around, even in areas inaccessible, to prevent a person from possibly suiciding themselves and destroying the base.