County Emergency Services and County Police Provide Update on US Steel

Published on August 11, 2025

PITTSBURGH – Allegheny County Emergency Services (ACES) and Allegheny County Police are currently on scene of a reported explosion at U.S. Steel Clairton Coke Works plant. At this point, officials can confirm there has been one fatality in connection with this incident. Two people are currently believed to be unaccounted for, and multiple individuals have been treated for additional injuries. The status of those individuals is not known at this time.

Emergency Services is coordinating with all local agencies. This remains an active incident and the public is urged to avoid the area. ACES and County Police will provide an update within the next two hours. Media is currently asked to stage at the intersection of State Street and Maple Avenue.

Media inquiries for the Allegheny County Emergency Services should be sent to Kasey.Reigner@AlleghenyCounty.US.
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