U.S. Steel plant explosion in Pittsburgh area leaves multiple injured

Published 11/08/2025, 17:50
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Investing.com -- Multiple people were injured Monday following an explosion at a steel plant in the Pittsburgh metropolitan area, with fire crews seen fighting flames as heavy smoke billowed from the facility.

The incident occurred at a steel plant in Clairton, Pennsylvania, according to CBS News and other local news reports. Emergency responders were actively working at the scene following the explosion.

Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro addressed the situation on social media platform X, stating that his administration was in communication with local officials in Clairton as they responded to the explosion.

"The scene is still active, and folks nearby should follow the direction of local authorities," Shapiro wrote. The governor also asked people to join him in prayer for the Clairton community.

Local authorities continued to manage the active scene as of Monday. No further details about the cause of the explosion or the exact number of injuries were immediately available.

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