Yesterday, a two-alarm fire at the GAF-Baltimore asphalt processing factory in Canton wounded a contractor, raising questions about industrial safety procedures. Firefighters were promptly sent to the 1500 block of Ponca Street after the fire broke out at approximately 4:30 p.m., according to WBAL-TV. In the center of Baltimore, the thick black smoke from the fire was visible from Interstate 895, serving as a somber symbol of industrial despair.
Natural gas dangers presented an additional threat to firefighters already dealing with the intricacies of an industrial fire. “We had to let some of the natural gas components burn off and immediately call in BGE to shut them down. In a statement obtained by WBAL-TV, Baltimore City Fire Department public relations officer John Marsh stated, “That’s why it came to a second alarm.” By approximately 5:10 p.m., the fire was under control, according to FOX Baltimore.
The hospitalized contractor is receiving treatment for non-life-threatening injuries after suffering serious burns and smoke inhalation. The Baltimore Fire Department and other emergency responders were commended by GAF for putting out the fire so swiftly. Along with confirming that no other employees were hurt, the business commended its Baltimore team for safely evacuating everyone.
Asphalt is thought to have leaked onto heated pipes and ignited, causing the fire. Despite not suspecting foul play, officials are nonetheless conducting a comprehensive investigation. There have been no further announcements regarding the inquiry or possible safety precautions.
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