On October 21, 2023, NDTV reported an explosion at an aluminum facility in Pingguo City, China. Six people were killed and four injured. The investigation is ongoing.
Incidents
Explosion Rocks a Soap Factory in India, Killing Four and Injuring Eight
On October 18, 2023, India Today reported an explosion at a soap plant in Meerut, India. Four workers were killed and eight injured. It may have involved caustic powder.
Annual Combustible Dust Incident Reporting
Combustible dust incident report covering materials, incidents and equipment involved in combustible dust fires and explosions in 2021.
Conveyor Belt Fire at Rice Facility Spreads Up Eight-Storey Building
On October 17, 2023, Action News Now reported a fire at a rice facility in Biggs, California. It took hold in the conveyor system, spreading up the side of the building.
Midday Fire Ignites in Dust Collector at Sawmill in British Columbia
On October 16, 2023, E-Know reported a fire at a sawmill in Radium Hot Springs, British Columbia. Firefighters found it in a structure used for storing wood shavings.
Morning Dryer Fire Damages Packaging Products Plant in Ontario
On October 24, 2023, Nip Impressions reported a fire at a packaging materials company in Whitby, Ontario. It began in a dryer within the plant. No one was injured.
Fire Ignites At Plywood Factory After Electronic Panel Board Malfunction
On October 14, 2023, The Hindu reported a fire at a plywood factory in Perumbavoor, India. It started in the electronic panel board, disrupting the circuit breaker system.
Two Workers Injured in Explosion and Fire at Mouldings Manufacturer
On October 13, 2023, the BBC reported an explosion and fire at an MDF moulding manufacturer in Antrim. Two individuals were hospitalized for burns after the fire spread.
Employees Evacuated After Explosion in Smoke Extractor of Engine Plant
On October 12, 2023, WHIO reported a dust explosion at a diesel engine manufacturer in Moraine, Ohio. It occurred within a smoke extractor of one of the plant’s machines.
Over 60 Firefighters Mobilize to Fight Fire at Kibble Factory in France
On October 13, 2023, France Bleu reported a fire at a dog food company in Pléchâtel, France. It affected two nearby factories and disrupted rail lines due to the smoke.
