Date: May 8, 2020
Location: Portland, Oregon (USA)
Address: 15831 SE Division Street, 97236
Type: Dust Fire
Fuel: Bark Dust
Industry: Jewelry-Making Supplies
Equipment: N/A
Company: A Bead Source
Database Incidents: None Recorded
Loss: No Injuries
Capital Cost: Unknown
Status: Open
Confirmation: Unconfirmed
Company Description:
According to its Facebook page, A Bead Source is a Portland, Oregon, shop that offers a large selection of glass and stone beads, metal charms, and various jewelry-making supplies.
Incident Description:
On May 8, 2020, Fox 12 Oregon reported a fire at a jewelry-making business in Portland, Oregon.
The fire started in bark dust and spread to the business. When firefighters from Portland and Gresham arrived at around 4:00 p.m., they found the first floor engulfed in flames. Using tools, they removed bars from the windows and broke open the doors.
Once inside, fire crews were able to extinguish most of the flames within 20 minutes, and remained on scene for another 25 minutes to check for hot spots.
No injuries were reported. The street outside the building was temporarily closed but has since reopened.
Investigators told the media that the fire had been sparked accidentally and likely entered the premises through ventilation. They warned the public that as the weather got warmer and more dry, a fire risk went up.
Sources:
Fox 12 Oregon
