Why silos sometimes explode

Silos with an explosion prevention system can vent out that pressure and fireball, or suppress flames with foam or carbon dioxide. Duct work can also have spark-detection and extinguishing systems ...

Mass casualty event declared in Maine after massive silo explosion

Maine lumber mill explosion injures 5, sparks mass casualty response as crews rush to Searsmont and probe cause.

Investigators say fatal Maine lumber mill fire was accidental and started in silo

The May 15 fire and explosion at Robbins Lumber in Searsmont killed 27-year-old Andrew Cross of the Morrill Volunteer Fire Department.

Maine town where silo exploded one of few left closely identified with local employer

Searsmont has long been known as the home of Robbins Lumber, which has roots in the town that extend back nearly 150 years.
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Maine State Fire Marshal's Office says fire, explosion in Searsmont considered accidental

SEARSMONT, Maine — The Maine State Fire Marshal's Office says the fire and explosion at the Robbins Lumber mill in Searsmont, Maine, is being considered accidental. Officials say the fire remains ...