Fires in organic waste storages: prevention, fire fighting and after care
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https://doi.org/10.15626/Eco-Tech.2007.001Keywords:
Combustible waste; Storage of waste as fuel; Self ignition; Fire brigade; Baled waste.Abstract
The development of each fire in a solid waste storage area is unique and depends on the type
of material stored, the design and type of storage, the weather conditions and moisture
content, the way the initial phase of the fire is handled, the type and quantity of equipment
and material available for extinguishing the fire, and the number and level of trained
personnel available. This paper describes briefly two large fire events occurring in two waste
storage areas: one registered as two consecutive events in Sweden (2006) where the waste
was stored as hardly-compacted heaps; and one in Denmark (2005) where the waste was
stored in round bales with plastic. Best practices to avoid fire events in waste storages, as well
as the experience and knowledge acquired during fighting of these fires and handling of
remained material are presented. Recommendations based on lessons learned are presented.
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