| Bedford explosion | |
| Place: | Bedford, Ohio, US |
| Cause: | Explosion |
| Fatalities: | 1 |
| Reported Injuries: | 13 |
The 2023 Bedford explosion took place on February 20, 2023 in Bedford, Ohio, US. The explosion occurred at a I. Schumann & Co. copper alloy plant, and caused a large fire and catastrophic damage to the facility and damaged multiple cars in a lot across the street. The explosion was heard by civilians outside of the plant, and by 3:00pm, fire crews from multiple cities were then sent to 22500 block on Alexander Road where the explosion took place.[1] The official address of the building is in Bedford, but it is considered Oakwood Village.[2] According to authorities, 14 people were hospitalized for burn injuries, including a 46 year old factory worker, who later succumbed to them after being admitted in critical condition.[3]
An Occupational Safety and Health Administration investigation found that the company "failed to protect workers from the hazard of steam explosions".[4] [5]
According to media outlets, 13 people were hospitalized for injuries, and a 46 year old plant worker, Steve Mullins, was killed.[2]