Date: October 2, 2023
Location: Winona, Minnesota (USA)
Address: 55 Franklin Street, 55987
Type: Dust Explosion
Fuel: Grain Dust
Industry: Milled Products (Food Processing)
Equipment: Dust Collector
Company: Bay State Milling
Database Incidents: None Recorded
Loss: No Injuries
Capital Cost: Unknown
Status: Open
Confirmation: Unconfirmed
Company Description:
According to its website, Bay State Milling specializes in milling and producing various grain-based ingredients for the food industry. The company was founded in 1899 and is headquartered in Quincy, Massachusetts, USA. Bay State Milling focuses on grain processing and provides a wide range of products, including flour, wheat germ, bran, flakes, mixes, and custom blends. These ingredients are used in a variety of food products, including bread, cereal, snacks, baked goods, and more.
Incident Description:
On October 3, 2023, Powder & Bulk Solids reported a fire at a grain milling company in Winona, Minnesota.
At around 8:00 p.m., the Winona Fire Department responded to an active fire alarm at the facility. The incident initially raised concerns of a dust explosion, but upon arrival, firefighters discovered a smouldering fire in a dust collector storage bin. While controlling the fire required the use of long hoses positioned near the top of the building, it was successfully contained within the initial storage bin. First responders remained at the scene for several hours, and the cause of the fire is currently under investigation.
No injuries were reported.
Sources:
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