Date: January 17, 2023
Location: Calgary, Alberta (CA)
Address: 1521 34th Avenue SE, T2G 4Y1
Type: Potential Dust Explosion
Fuel: Unknown
Industry: Distillery (Food Processing)
Equipment: Ductwork
Company: Alberta Distillers
Database Incidents: None Recorded
Loss: No Injuries
Capital Cost: Unknown
Status: Open
Confirmation: Unconfirmed
Company Description:
According to its website, Alberta Distillers is a distillery located in Calgary, Alberta. It was founded in 1946 and produces rye whiskey made from Canadian prairie grains.
Incident Description:
On January 17, 2023, CBC reported an explosion at a distillery in Calgary, Alberta.
At approximately 1:20 p.m., fire crews responded to reports of an explosion at the site. A smoke plume could be seen from the Highfield 16 Fire Station, several blocks away. The explosion occurred in the ductwork located on the roof of the building’s “dry house area,” or “brewing area.”
Following the activation of the fire alarm system, approximately 100 employees were evacuated from the site.
No injuries were reported. Damage was limited to a large vessel and ductwork on the roof.
Sources:
CBC
