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Sibley Quarry explosion

1900 disasters in the United States1900 in Michigan1900 industrial disastersDisasters in MichiganEvents in Wayne County, Michigan
Explosions in 1900Industrial fires and explosions in the United StatesJanuary 1900 events

On January 30, 1900, the Sibley Quarry just north of Trenton, Michigan was the site of an accidental explosion of over 2,000 lb (910 kg) pounds of dynamite. While the explosion was felt over 25 mi (40 km) away, only one worker was killed, and no other serious injuries were reported.

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Sibley Quarry explosion
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King Road 1150
48183 , Sibley
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