On January 25, 2023, Citizen reported a fire at a piano manufacturing factory in Queens, New York. Firefighters found fire in a sawdust silo located behind the factory.
Incidents
Silo Containing Smouldering Sunflower Seeds Explodes at Moldova Seaport
On January 17, 2023, ProTV reported an explosion and fire at a grain terminal at a seaport in Giurgiulești, Moldova. A silo full of crushed sunflower seeds collapsed.
Smouldering Woodchips Cause Fire That Destroys Biomass Company Property
On January 15, 2023, the CBC reported a fire at a biomass heating company in Wellington, PEI. A woodchip shipment smouldered, causing a fire that damaged property.
Explosion at Calgary Distillery Damages Ductwork and Vessel on Roof
On January 17, 2023, CBC reported an explosion at a distillery in Calgary, Alberta. No injuries were reported. Damage was limited to a large vessel and ductwork on the roof.
Firefighters Respond to Dust Collector Fire at Equipment Manufacturer
On January 13, 2023, WFXR reported a fire at an industrial equipment manufacturer in Daleville, Virginia. Firefighters found heavy smoke coming from the dust collector.
Early-Morning Fire Breaks Out on Roof of Wood Manufacturer in Italy
On January 23, 2023, Trento Today reported a fire at a sawmill in Tiarno di Sopra, Italy. Arriving fire brigade teams found the flames on the roof and put them out.
Three Firefighting Units Respond to Sawdust Fire at Company in France
On January 12, 2023, Ouest France reported a sawdust silo fire at a wood processing plant in Sainte-Cécile, France. Firefighters from multiple districts responded.
Fire at Signboard Company Spreads to Other Buildings in Neighbourhood
On January 11, 2023, Teller Report reported a fire at a wooden signboard company in Nagoya, Japan. When fire crews arrived, it had spread to other neighbourhood buildings.
Fire Marshall Investigating Fire That Destroyed Sawmill in Pennsylvania
On January 30, 2023, the Corry Journal reported a fire at a sawmill in Corry, Pennsylvania. There was a suspected minor injury to a mill worker who was helping put it out.
Dust Collector at Mineral Plant Catches Fire After Power Outage Issues
On January 29, 2023, WGXA reported a fire at a mining company in Sandersonville, Georgia. Responders reported that a dust collector caught fire after a power outage.
