The staff at Idaho State Journal have reported on a false alarm at the Thresher grain elevator in Pocatello, ID. An overheating conveyor belt caused a burning smell and smoke that caused employees to report that there was a fire at the facility. Firefighters closed the local street and were considering evacuating the area over fear of a dust explosion when the cause was found. No injuries were reported.
Overheating Conveyor Belt Causes False Alarm
Thresher facility in Pocatello, ID, almost evacuated before the cause found
November 30, 2020