Scrap Yard Fire

Originally Posted by Patriot76

I am sorry about the loss to both you and the business. Since it is contained within the scrap pile, I wonder what is in their steel that is flammable, especially since it has been burning for over 12 hrs. At least it will purify the steel. I cannot imagine a scrap yard that has that much flammable material in their scrap pile.



My guess is the investigation will highlight the need to separate the steel from the flammable materials in the future, an easy fix. The general public might have to meet new requirements for separation. Beyond that I do not see a major impact on the yard. Of course they will have a bill from fire departments to pay for, but beyond that the financial consequences will be limited. In addition, your location in regard to Asia ensures a market. Please keep us posted.

My guess is that some leaking gas from junked autos caused some spontaneous combustion. Once cars start to burn, there's a lot of plastic, rubber and even paint to feed a fire.