On March 6, 2022, Patch reported an explosion at a hardwood products supplier in Aliceville, Alabama. One person was injured in the explosion and treated at the scene.
Incidents
Four Fire Agencies Called to Extinguish Fire at Sawmill in Kentucky
On March 3, 2022, TriState Homepage reported a fire at a fence manufacturer and logging company in Sebree, Kentucky. Part of the roof at the facility was caved in.
Oregon Wood Plant Evacuated After Fire Ignites in Blower Pipe and Hopper
On March 3, 2022, KTVZ reported an equipment fire at a wood processing plant in Madras, Oregon. The Fire Chief reported that a hot saw ignited bark dust, causing the fire.
Fire in School Wood Shop Damages Dust Collector and Drum Sanding Machine
On March 2, 2022, Ripon Press reported a dust collector fire at a school in Waupun, Wisconsin. Fire crews responded and found smoke coming from the shop dust collector.
Explosion at Pakistan Coal-Powered Plant Injures at Least Five People
On March 2, 2022, Dawn reported an explosion and fire at a coal power plant in Thar, Pakistan. Five people were injured in the explosion, which was captured on video.
Firefighters Work With Plant Employees to Keep Lumber Fire Contained
On March 1, 2022, the Times-News reported a fire at a lumber mill in Huguley, Alabama. Six trucks and 25 firefighters were at the scene for nearly six hours to put it out.
Chemical Fire at Fertilizer Plant Causes Several Homes to be Evacuated
On February 28, 2022, YaktriNews reported a chemical fire at a fertilizer plant in Sunnyside, Washington. Winds spread the smoke, resulting in 18 homes being evacuated.
Fire Crews Extinguish Dust Collector Fire at Truck Parts Facility
On February 28, 2022, WJHL reported a dust collector fire at a truck and trailer parts facility in Greeneville, Tennessee. An employee confirmed there were no injuries.
Explosion and Fire Cause Extensive Damage to Oregon Snack Foods Plant
On February 23, 2022, the Tri-City Herald reported an explosion and fire at a snack food manufacturer in Hermiston, Oregon. Six were injured and taken to a medical centre.
Fire Causes Extensive Damage to Pennsylvania Lumber Facility
On February 22, 2022, Erie News Now reported a fire at a lumber processing plant in Spartansburg, Pennsylvania. Firefighters were called after a silo caught on fire.
