Fire at Midwest Recyclers, Davenport, Iowa, involved scrap vehicles, trapped 2 employees, cause unknown.
A fire at Midwest Recyclers in Davenport, Iowa, on September 25, 2024, involved scrap vehicles and created significant smoke. Two employees were temporarily trapped but were rescued without injuries. Firefighters worked to control the blaze, aiming for it to be managed by 2 p.m. The cause is unknown, and authorities are monitoring the site to prevent rekindling. This incident highlights the increasing frequency of fires at waste centers in the U.S. and Canada.
September 25, 2024
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