Fire at molasses production facility in Nghe An
(Baonghean.vn) - The fire engulfed part of the furnace fuel, which was dried sugarcane bagasse, and was at risk of spreading to other areas.
The fire broke out at 7:00 p.m. on February 19 at a molasses production facility in Tay Ho 1 block, Quang Tien ward (Thai Hoa town).
2 fire trucks and 14 officers and soldiers were dispatched to the scene to control the fire.
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Fire scene. Photo: Chu Minh |
When the fire brigade arrived, the fire had engulfed a portion of the furnace fuel, which was dried sugarcane bagasse, covering an area of about 20 square meters.2and part of the roof of the facility; there is a risk of spreading to other areas and spreading to the level 4 house.
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After 10 minutes, the fire brigade controlled the fire. Photo: Chu Minh |
After 10 minutes, the fire was completely controlled. However, the force continued to spray water to cool it down and used iron rakes to rake all the sugarcane bagasse gathered at the facility to eliminate the possibility of re-ignition.
The cause is being investigated and clarified by the authorities.