the felony is fire hoses being cut and not being able to fix and tires being slashed
Go over the wet spots with another layer of resin with double the usual amount of hardener - The new layer will cure rapidly. The uncured resin below may harden or it may never harden, but it will be covered. Leaving the piece in strong sunlight, mild heat, or exposure to a UV light will help as well. Don't expect the smell to go away instantly.
It is a sign of respect and dignity. It is a military custom that has been around before the US Military was established. According to military history the salute began in times of knighthood. A knight would raise his visor and hold out his and palm out showing he had no weapons and no intention to fight when passing another brother in arms. The hand salute is a mutual respect and while the lower ranking initiates the hand salute the senior is required to return the gesture of respect.
