"challenging conditions, like high winds, which made it harder..."

It is common for scrap to be stored outdoors. A hidden hazard that many workplaces fall into is having a disorganized scrap yard. Because, if a fire breaks out there is ample amount of fuel to feed the fire. Here is an example of an outdoor scrapyard fire highlighting this hidden hazard.

(Local fire department) responded to yet another fire that's sprung up during the burn ban this weekend, March 27-29.

Several engines were sent to handle the industrial fire at (aluminium factory).

Industrial fires are serious problems for firefighters due to the potential hazards inside. (local fire department) said they met challenging conditions, like high winds, which made it harder to get the fire under control.

The crews arrived fast and met the fire with a coordinated attack to get the blaze under control.

We are thankful that no one was injured in extinguishing this fire. The news media article did not state the cause of the fire. Thankfully the fire department was able to access the pallet(s) that were on fire. If not, the fire would have grown in size.

We would be remiss if we did not mention that the scrap bale that is stacked 5 tall is dangerous. We do not recommend stacking bales that tall. Why? Because the weight of the stack can compromise the bottom bale resulting in a leaning stack. Overtime a stack or even a single bale can fall over.

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