Historical Events tagged with "landfill"
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Loscoe Gas Explosion Prompts UK Safety Regulations
A significant gas explosion occurred in Loscoe, UK, leading to new regulations aimed at landfill gas management. The incident involved a buildup of methane gas, which ignited, causing extensive damage. Following investigations revealed the inadequacies in existing legislation concerning landfill safety and gas migration. This tragedy prompted a review of safety protocols to ensure better protection for both workers and nearby residents, resulting in more stringent controls regarding landfill gas generation and containment.
Continue ReadingCentralia Mine Fire Ignited in Landfill
A fire ignited in a landfill above a coal mine in Centralia, Pennsylvania, leading to an underground coal seam fire that persists to this day. Initially, the fire began in a landfill that was used to burn waste. This ignited buried coal, and the fire spread into the tunnels beneath the town, affecting the local environment and safety. Residents noticed strange occurrences such as smoke and unusual temperatures, but the severity was not immediately realized.
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