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Buckland, MA, Miffed at Pan Am Railways

Town official notified hours after grain car derailment

November 30, 2020

Train Tracks

A freight train derailed in Buckland last month, but town officials didn't learn about it until hours later.

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Railroads adjust wheat rail tariff rates for 2025/26 marketing year

Grain elevator fire in Caroline County extinguished without injuries

Swift response from multiple fire units tackles blaze in challenging structure.

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Person of interest detained after fire at Portland grain elevator

Blaze at Louis Dreyfus facility quickly contained, no injuries reported.

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Grain Facility Management

How to create lasting partnerships with first responders

Develop and maintain effective emergency response collaborations, from initial facility tours to ongoing training and communication strategies.

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Truck driver rescued after electrocution near Minnesota grain elevator

Quick response from multiple agencies saves life, prevents fire spread.

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Grain Facility Management

Methods for preventing slips, trips and falls in grain storage facilities

Comprehensive strategies for enhancing workplace safety in grain handling facilities, addressing OSHA regulations, and fostering a culture of vigilance to prevent accidents and improve operational efficiency.

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Historic grain elevator destroyed by massive fire

Blaze engulfs century-old facility, prompting multi-department response.

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Grain entrapment: Focus on prevention over rescue

Most entrapment incidents have involved attempts to deal with out-of-condition grain, so more education needs to be offered to keep impurities out of grain.

Firefighters rescue workers trapped in grain silo at Koch Foods

One worker hospitalized after fall, three others safely evacuated from malfunctioning platform.

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Veteran firefighter to lead national farm safety training program

RF-DASH initiative targets U.S. Grain Belt for agricultural emergency preparedness.

Fertilizer storage fire at co-op prompts evacuation in Otley, Iowa

Officials warn of burning sulfur, expect fire to last for days.

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Explosion at Sunray Co-Op grain elevator injures five, forces partial evacuation

Cause unknown, engineers to assess structural stability.

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Grain Dust Explosion and Fire Prevention

Wisconsin fire department receives crucial extrication equipment

$9,000 donation from ALCIVIA and partners enhances rescue capabilities.

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