On May 16, 2023, Notizie Plus reported a silo fire at an isothermal parts manufacturer in Venice, Italy. Firefighters swiftly arrived at the scene and extinguished it.
Incidents
Dust Explosion Hits Household Products Manufacturer; One Person Dead
On May 15, 2023, Fukuishimbun reported a dust explosion at a housing materials manufacturer in Tsuruga City, Japan. One worker was killed. The cause is under investigation.
Silo Fire at Doorset Company Extinguished: Cause Under Investigation
On May 18, 2023, Le Progrés reported a fire at a sawmill in Thizy-les-Bourgs, France. Firefighters spend over 24 hours putting it out and preventing it from rekindling.
Fire Breaks Out on Conveyor Belt and Causes Dramatic Smoke Column
On May 18, 2023, Piu Notizie reported a fire at the docks in Ravenna, Italy. It developed on a conveyor line, sending a towering column of smoke over the port area.
Wood and Metal Shop Sparks Cause Dust Collector Fire at High School
On May 19, 2023, Yahoo News reported a fire at a public high school in Fleetwood, Pennsylvania. It was possibly caused by sparks drawn into the dust collection system.
Fire Incident Safely Controlled at Muscatine Power Generating Plant
On May 16, 2023, the Muscatine Journal reported a fire at a power generating plant in Muscatine, Iowa. Staff at the plant discovered a coal fire in the dust collector.
Fire Develops in Storage Silo at Staircase Manufacturer in France
On May 12, 2023, La Manche Libre reported a fire at a staircase manufacturer in Saint-Lô, France. Around 15 firefighters swiftly arrived on the scene to extinguish it.
Massive Fire Breaks Out at Agricultural Facility in Ziersdorf, Austria
On May 11, 2023, NÖN.at reported a fire at an agricultural facility in Ziersdorf, Austria. It impacted a conveyor system and the roof. The police are now investigating.
Fire at Winnsboro Dairy Company Engages Multiple Fire Departments
On May 6, 2023, KLTV reported a fire at a dairy products company in Winnsboro, Texas. It was confined to a dust collector and required the efforts of over 35 personnel.
Donkin Coal Mine Fire Has Been Extinguished; No Injuries Were Reported
On May 1, 2023, Radio Canada reported a fire at a coal mine in Donkin, Nova Scotia. It was suggested that the fire might have originated from one of the conveyor belts.
