Date: October 18, 2021
Location: Fargo, North Dakota (USA)
Address: 4014 15th Ave North, 58102
Type: Dust Fire
Fuel: Grain Dust
Industry: Grain Processing (Agriculture)
Equipment: Grain Dryer
Company: Dakota Specialty Milling
Database Incidents: None Recorded
Loss: No Injuries
Capital Cost: Unknown
Status: Open
Confirmation: Unconfirmed
Company Description:
According to its website, Dakota Specialty Milling is one of the largest suppliers of custom-milled ingredients and whole grain blends in North America. Founded in 1969, it is headquartered in Fargo, North Dakota, and specializes in toasted, allergen-free, gluten-free and organic grains.
Incident Description:
On October 18, 2021, The Flag reported a two-alarm fire at a specialty grain processing plant in Fargo, North Dakota.
According to authorities, the first arriving engine reported heavy smoke showing from the large industrial building. Firefighters entered the building and discovered a 100-foot grain dryer on fire. Flames had spread from the dryer vents out of the roof and into a nearby wall.
Because the fire had spread to a large commercial building, a second alarm was sounded. After all employees had been evacuated, crews focused on extinguishing the fire. Second-line crews worked to control the smoke to improve visibility and keep it out of offices and grain elevators.
The fire was initially knocked down at 8:05 p.m., and crews completed the overhaul at 10:30 p.m. The cause of the fire is under investigation.
No injuries were reported.
Sources:
The Flag
