On May 12, 2022, WTAE reported a fire at a sawmill in Homer City, Pennsylvania. At least 10 fire departments helped to put the fire out. There were no reports of injuries.
Incidents
Fire Ignites in Shaker at Pearl Barley Processing Plant in Washington
On May 9, 2022, Big Country News reported a fire inside a barley pellet processing plant in Palouse, Washington. Three workers were checked out for smoke inhalation.
Dust Explosion Occurs at Biomass Thermal Power Plant in Germany
On May 9, 2022, the Rhein-Neckar Zeitung reported a deflagration at a biomass thermal power station in Sinsheim, Germany. Workers reported an explosion in a template shaft.
Twenty-Three Firefighters Extinguish Fire at British Columbia Sawmiill
On April 26, 2022, the Coast Reporter reported a fire at a lumber processing plant in Sechelt, British Columbia. It involved sawdust, rubber matting, and a conveyor belt.
Fire Develops in Soybean Processing Tank at Grain Processing Plant
On April 30, 2022, WTKR reported a fire at a grain processing plant in Chesapeake, Virginia. Upon arrival, firefighters found a massive soybean processing tank on fire.
Silo Containing 60,000 Bushels of Grain Catches Fire at Seed Facility
On April 29, 2022, KREM 2 reported a silo fire at a seed facility in Spokane Valley, Washington. It created a big risk for firefighters due to combustible dust.
Five Workers Injured in Morning Deflagration at Lime Plant in Germany
On April 21, 2022, Fireworld.at reported a fire at a lime production plant in Menden, Germany. Two workers were seriously injured and three with lesser injuries.
Grain Dryer Filled With Soybeans Catches Fire at Brazilian Agribusiness
On April 9, 2022, Campo Erê reported a fire at an agribusiness in Campo Erê, Brazil. Firefighters located it in a grain dryer, which was drying soybeans at the time.
Early-Morning Fire Develops in Woodworking Shed at Brazil Carpentry Shop
On April 13, 2022, RSN Portal reported a fire in a woodshed at a woodworking business in Guarapuava, Brazil. Firefighters prevented the structure from being destroyed.
Staff at Brazilian Agribusiness Bring Grain Dryer Fire Until Control
On April 8, 2022, Rádio Geração reported a grain dryer fire at an agricultural cooperative in Tunas, Brazil. By the time firefighters arrived, the fire was under control.
