On July 25, 2022, Yahoo Japan reported a dust explosion at an aluminum manufacturing facility in Shizuoka City, Japan. One worker suffered burns to his face and arms.
Incidents
Hot Work Ignites Coal Dust On Conveyor at Japan Chemical Facility
On November 7, 2022, Yahoo Japan reported a coal dust fire at a chemical plant in Ohtake City, Japan. It was caused by sparks from welding work on the boiler equipment.
Firefighters Spend Six Days Fighting Fire at Louisiana Grain Elevator
On November 24, 2022, The Democrat reported a smouldering fire at a grain elevator in Jonesville, Louisiana. The neighbourhood was evacuated due to the explosion risk.
Dust Explosion at Singapore Grain Facility Leaves One Worker Burned
On November 18, 2022, 8 World reported the results of a dust explosion investigation at an agricultural plant in Singapore. One worker suffered burn injuries to the elbow.
Firefighters Called to Put Out Dust Collector Fire at Vehicle Plant
On November 23, 2022, AL.com reported a dust collector fire at a vehicle production facility near Huntsville, Alabama. It was accidental and contained to the dust collector.
Three Workers Seriously Injured in Explosion at Bicycle Parts Factory
On November 17, 2022, ET Today reported a dust explosion at a bicycle parts manufacturer in Fuxing Township, Taiwan. Three workers suffered serious burn injuries.
Fire Develops in Wood Dryer at Wall Panel Manufacturer in Michigan
On November 12, 2022, The Alpena News reported a dryer fire at a wall paneling board manufacturer in Alpena, Michigan. When firefighters arrived, they found heavy smoke.
Grain Elevator Explosion Captured in Truck Driver’s Dashcam Video
On November 10, 2022, KPLC reported a grain elevator explosion at a rice facility in Lake Charles, Louisiana. It was captured on the dashcam of a trucker waiting to unload.
No Injuries Reported in Grain Elevator Fire at North Dakota Cooperative
On November 12, 2022, Inforum reported a grain elevator fire at an agribusiness in Edgeley, North Dakota. It started in the office and quickly spread to the wooden elevator.
Two Maintenance Workers Injured in Explosion at Grain Storage Facility
On November 2, 2022, Tudosobre Xanxere reported a silo explosion at a feed factory in Xanxerê, Brazil. Two maintenance workers welding in the silo were injured.
