On October 17, 2021, Nzherald.co.nz reported a fire at a pulp mill in Ohakune, New Zealand. Pulp from a flash dryer was smouldering on a mill roof. Winds spread it around.
Incidents
Fire at Wooden Window Components Manufacturer Burns Over 12 Hours
On October 13, 2021, the Herald and News reported a fire at a wooden window and door component manufacturer in Klamath Falls, Oregon. No injuries were reported.
Conveyor Belt Fire Impacts Coal Export Terminal Port in Eastern Russia
On October 14, 2021, Maritime Executive reported a coal terminal fire at a port in Vanino, Russia. Although loading belts were heavily damaged, the fire did not spread.
Firefighters Across Northamptonshire Called to Fire at Baking Facility
On October 13, 2021, the Northamptonshire Telegraph reported a fire at a baked goods company in Corby, Northamptonshire, UK. It involved some machinery and a chute.
Firefighters Use 5,000 Litres of Water to Fight Fire at Cashew Nut Plant
On October 25, 2021, G1 reported a fire at a cashew nut processing facility in Forquilha, Brazil. The teams used 5,000 litres of water to put it out before it spread.
Explosion Damages Toner Production Plant in Japan
On August 13, 2021, The Recycler reported an explosion at a toner producer in Tatsuno, Japan. No injuries were reported but there was equipment and structure damage.
Grain Silo Collapse at Maryland Poultry Company Being Investigated
n October 13, 2021, Feed Strategy reported a grain silo collapse at a poultry facility in Westover, Maryland. A grain dryer and wet storage tank were reported damaged.
No Injuries Reported in Grain Bin Fire at Farm in Masonville, Iowa
On September 29, 2021, KMCH reported a grain bin fire at a farm in Masonville, Iowa. Firefighters got the grain out of the dryer to prevent the fire from spreading.
Several Agencies Called to Fire at Milk Drying Operation in Idaho
On October 12, 2021, the Idaho State Journal reported a fire at a milk products plant in Caldwell, Iowa. Around 80 employees were evacuated and no injuries were reported.
Firefighters Use Aerial Ladder Truck to Fight Grain Elevator Fire
On October 8, 2021, KTIV reported a fire at a grain elevator in Albert City, Iowa. Firefighters had challenges putting it out because it was on top of the elevator.
