Date: February 5, 2021
Location: Terneuzen, (Netherlands)
Address: Oostelijk Bolwerk 22, 4531 GV
Type: Dust Explosion
Fuel: Wood Dust
Industry: Residential
Equipment: Silo
Company: De Veste Condominium Complex
Database Incidents: None Recorded
Loss: No Injuries
Capital Cost: Unknown
Status: Open
Confirmation: Unconfirmed
Company Description:
According to its website, De Veste Condominium Complex is a residential complex located in Terneuzen, Netherlands.
Incident Description:
On February 5, 2021, PZC.nl reported a dust explosion in Terneuzen, Netherlands, while wood pellets were being unloaded in a silo at a residential complex.
The explosion, which occurred at around 9:45 a.m., is believed to have been caused by overpressure that occurred when the silo was being filled. Firefighters immediately cordoned the area off and inspected the explosion site.
No injuries were reported but the partially unfurnished roof of the wood pellet system was repaired.
Sources:
PZC.nl
