[Paddlewise] Are Skyblazer flares waterproof?

I just picked up a pack of Skyblazers last weekend for a trip to the
coast next weekend.  I tore the pack open and put them in the pocket of
my PFD before I wondered: are the darn things really waterproof?

I read in one of the side bars in 'Deep Trouble' that (I think it was)
Matt keeps his flares in a plastic bag--does anyone know if this
prevents "duds"?  I know Skyblazers aren't the most reliable or
brightest flares out there, but they are a nice convenient size.

Shawn
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