On March 31, 2023, Minyu reported a fire at a chemical plant in Iwaki City, Japan. A fire broke out in a dust collector, resulting in partial damage to the equipment.
Incidents
Company Shuts Down Plastic Storage Silo After Explosions Heard Inside
On April 3, 2023, Il Giorno reported explosions at a plastic furniture plant in Merone, Italy. They occurred in a 30-metre-high silo used to store polypropylene granules.
Wooden Waste Pallet Catches Fire, Sending Black Smoke Through the Area
On April 4, 2023, Yahoo Japan reported a wood pallet fire at a factory in Koriyama City, Japan. Smoke could be seen rising in video of the area. No injuries were reported.
Fire in Silo at Window and Door Manufacturer Causes the Roof to Explode
On April 7, 2023, ANSA reported a silo explosion and fire at a window and door manufacturer in Sciaves, Italy. Early reports suggested it was caused by technical failure.
Dust Collector Fire at Illinois Grain Facility Causes $75,000 in Damages
On March 27, 2023, Yahoo News reported a fire at an agribusiness in Danville, Illinois. No one was injured, but the fire resulted in an estimated $75,000 in damages.
Firefighters Use Over 5,000 Litres of Water to Control Grain Dryer Fire
On March 25, 2023, Cacador Online reported a grain silo fire at an agricultural cooperative in Lebon Régis, Brazil. Approximately 5,000 liters of water were used to put it out.
Fire Damages Wood Storage Silo at Carpentry Facility in Portugal
On March 24, 2023, O Minho reported a wood silo fire at a carpentry workshop in Amares, Braga, Portugal. Fifteen firefighters responded with six vehicles and put it out.
Fire in Grain Dryer Takes an Hour and 4000 Litres of Water to Control
On March 23, 2023, Portal São Bento Noticias reported a dryer fire at an agribusiness in São Bento do Sul, Brazil. Firefighters used 4,000 litres of water to put it out.
Electrical Issue Triggers Grain Dryer Fire at Agribusiness in Brazil
On March 22, 2023, Tasabendo General reported a grain dryer fire at a farm in Campo Mourão, Brazil. Firefighters worked until 8:00 p.m. and used 8,000 litres of water.
Firefighters Spend Over 10 Hours Getting Grain Dryer Fire Under Control
On March 22, 2023, Acritica reported a dryer fire at a grain facility in Iguatemi, Brazil. 40,000 litres of water were used, and the fire was eventually under control.
