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Multiple people have been injured after a reported explosion at the U.S. Steel Clairton plant on Monday.
First responders were alerted to the incident just before 11 a.m.
Sources relayed to KDKA-TV that the explosion occurred inside the “reversing room” of the 13/15 battery. The room acts as a mechanical regulator, making sure the coal bakes evenly in the oven.
KDKA-TV 
Gov. Josh Shapiro and Lt. Gov. Austin Davis issued statements on social media, saying the administration is actively in touch with officials in Clairton. The Pennsylvania Emergency Management Agency and the Pennsylvania State Police have offered assistance.
Sen. John Fetterman (D) also issued a statement on the explosion.
“My team and I are tracking this explosion and waiting for more information. For those in the area, please listen to local officials and avoid the area,” Sen. Fetterman said. “Keeping those injured and all who are impacted in my thoughts right now.”
Mayor Richard Lattanzi spoke with KDKA-TV after the incident.
“The mill is such a big part of Clairton. For anyone that works, how old or young you are, you have to work every day, you need to go home healthy, and some people are not going to see the same husband or son or somebody that’s working the mill. It’s just a sad day for Clairton,” Mayor Lattanzi said.
This is a developing story. Please check back for updates.
