Date: June 13, 2023
Location: Civitavecchia, Lazio (Italy)
Address: 00053
Type: Dust Fire
Fuel: Coal Dust
Industry: Coal-Fired Power Plant (Power Generation)
Equipment: Conveyor Belt
Company: Enel Torrevaldaliga Nord Plant
Database Incidents: None Recorded
Loss: No Injuries
Capital Cost: Unknown
Status: Open
Confirmation: Unconfirmed
Company Description:
According to its website, the Torrevaldaliga Nord Plant is a power generation facility located in Civitavecchia, Italy. It is a thermoelectric power station that primarily operates on coal and natural gas. The plant is owned and operated by Enel, an Italian multinational energy company.
The Torrevaldaliga Nord Plant has a significant capacity for electricity generation and plays a crucial role in the regional power supply. Its strategic location on the coast allows for efficient cooling using seawater, enhancing its operational efficiency. It contributes to the regional energy infrastructure and helps meet the electricity demands of the surrounding area.
Incident Description:
On June 13, 2023, Etruria News reported a fire at a power generation facility located in Civitavecchia, Italy.
Fire brigade teams from the Bonifazi barracks responded immediately to the fire. The teams on site included the 17A fire engine, AB17 tank truck, AS17 ladder truck, and nautical specialists equipped with the VFR12 motorboat. To ensure safety, a tugboat was employed to tow the collier away from the dock, allowing the land crews from the fire brigade to effectively extinguish the fire.
After more than two hours of intensive work, the flames were successfully subdued, preventing their spread to neighbouring areas and minimizing the extent of the damage. T
The incident involved a conveyor belt that was not operational at the time. The cause of the fire is currently under investigation. No injuries were reported.
Sources:
Etruria News
