Graham Sutherland / PolynomialFeb 4

⚠️ NEW USCSB ALERT ⚠️

https://youtu.be/9h3bar6eIss

Deadly Dust: Explosions at Didion Milling

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@gsuberland Corn related dust explosions are not uncommon; infamously a Bird's custard factory;

https://www.bbc.co.uk/future/article/20250313-the-explosive-potential-of-custard-powder

The explosive potential of custard powder

Custard powder makes a delicious dessert but also has a rather less savoury potential – in certain conditions, it can be a powerful explosive.

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@penguin42 used to be common in flour factories during the industrial revolution