Date: June 19, 2023
Location: Battle Creek, Michigan (USA)
Address: 275 Cliff Street, 49014
Type: Dust Fire
Fuel: Grain Dust
Industry: Cereal Production (Food Processing)
Equipment: Cereal Hopper
Company: Post Foods
Database Incidents: None Recorded
Loss: No Injuries
Capital Cost: Unknown
Status: Open
Confirmation: Unconfirmed
Company Description:
According to its website, Post Foods is a well-known food company that specializes in producing breakfast cereals and related products. Founded in 1895, the company has a long history and offers a wide range of cereal brands that are popular in households across the United States and internationally. Some of Post Foods’ notable cereal brands include Honey Bunches of Oats, Grape-Nuts, Fruity Pebbles, Cocoa Pebbles, and Raisin Bran.
Incident Description:
On June 21, 2023, Baking Business reported a fire at a cereal processing plant in Battle Creek, Michigan.
The Battle Creek Fire Department responded to the scene at approximately 5:43 a.m. upon observing smoke emanating from the fourth floor of the building. Swift action from the fire crews led to the prompt extinguishing of the fire, which was contained within a cereal hopper. No further signs of fire were detected within the building, as confirmed by the fire department.
According to the fire department, the likely cause of the fire was cereal blockage within the container where it was being stored.
No injuries were reported.
Sources:
Baking Business
