Following the incident on Monday, fire crews were dispatched to the scene and worked to extinguish the flames amid heavy smoke rising from the facility.
According to CBS News and local media outlets, the explosion occurred at a steel plant in Clairton, Pennsylvania. Emergency teams continued their operations in the area after the incident.
Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro said in a statement on social media platform X, “My administration is in contact with local officials in Clairton responding to the explosion.” Shapiro emphasized that the situation was still active and urged local residents to follow the instructions of authorities. He also asked for prayers for the Clairton community.
The cause of the explosion and the exact number of injuries have not yet been disclosed. Local authorities are continuing their investigation and response efforts at the scene.
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