A rescue operation is underway for folks trapped below rubble following an explosion at a Pennsylvania metal plant, county officers stated.
It is not clear how many individuals are trapped from the blast on the US Metal Clairton Coke Works plant in Clairton, about 15 miles outdoors of Pittsburgh.
Allegheny County Director of Communications Abigail Gardner stated the Well being Division is on website monitoring air high quality and Gov. Josh Shapiro stated his administration is in contact with officers.
“The scene continues to be energetic, and people close by ought to observe the path of native authorities,” the governor stated on social media. “Please be part of Lori and me in praying for the Clairton neighborhood.”
Aerial footage of a reported explosion at US Metal Clairton Coke Works in Clairton, Pa., Aug. 11, 2025.
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CCTV video reveals a doable explosion at US Metal Clairton Coke Works in Clairton, Pa., Aug. 11, 2025.
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