Date: February 4, 2022
Location: East Drumore, Pennsylvania (USA)
Address: 1196 Holtwood Road, 17532
Type: Dust Fire
Fuel: Grain Dust
Industry: Grain Processing (Agriculture)
Equipment: Grain Silo
Company: Risser Grain
Database Incidents: None Recorded
Loss: No Injuries
Capital Cost: Unknown
Status: Open
Confirmation: Unconfirmed
Company Description:
According to its website, Risser Grain is a leading grain dealer of corn, wheat, soybeans and barley as well as an exclusive distributor of custom mixed fertilizer. It is headquartered in Holtwood, Pennsylvania, but has locations across the state.
Incident Description:
On February 4, 2022, LancasterOnline reported a silo fire at a grain elevator in East Drumore Township, Pennsylvania.
The fire broke out inside the silo shortly before 3:00 p.m. A total of six agencies responded and got the flames under control by 9:00 p.m.
No injuries were reported. The cause of the fire and extent of the damage is unknown.
Sources:
LancasterOnline
