Date: February 21, 2019
Location: Melfort, Saskatchewan (USA)
Address: 208 SK-41A, S0E 1A0
Type: Dust Fire
Fuel: Grain Dust
Industry: Grain Processing (Agriculture)
Equipment: Grain Dryer
Company: Richardson Pioneer
Database Incidents: None Recorded
Loss: No Injuries
Capital Cost: Unknown
Status: Open
Confirmation: Unconfirmed
Company Description:
According to the company website, Richardson Pioneer is part of Richardson International, which is the largest agribusiness in Canada. It is based in Winnipeg, manufactures oats and canola-based products, and makes Canadian-grown grains and oilseeds available across the globe. Richardson International has been in business for over 160 years and employs over 2,900 employees across Canada, the U.S. and the U.K.
Incident Description:
On February 21, 2019, Northeast Now reported a grain dryer fire at an agribusiness southwest of Melfort, Saskatchewan.
Fire crews arrived shortly after 10:30 a.m., but facility staff had responded quickly and were able to limit the damage. After the flames were extinguished with foam and water, the staff emptied the dryer to allow the contents to cool.
The dryer was not damaged and no injuries were reported.
Sources:
Northeast Now
