By Crash News Writer 
Clairton, PA (August 12, 2025) – Two people are dead and ten others injured following a powerful explosion Monday morning at the U.S. Steel Clairton Coke Works plant in Allegheny County. The blast occurred at approximately 10:51 a.m. on August 11 inside a battery operating area of the facility.
According to reports, one of the victims has been identified as Timothy Quinn, a father of three. The second victim’s identity has not yet been released. Five of the injured remain in critical condition, while the others have been treated and released. One worker was rescued from the rubble hours after the explosion.
Officials said “multiple secondary explosions” occurred after the initial blast, which could be felt in surrounding communities. The cause of the incident remains under investigation by U.S. Steel and local authorities. Air quality tests later determined pollutant levels were within federal safety standards.
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The details provided here are based on preliminary information from local authorities and may change as the investigation continues.
- One victim has been identified as Timothy Quinn; the second victim’s name has not yet been released.
- Additional updates, including investigative findings and potential safety violations, will be provided when available.
- For official safety information and community alerts, residents can follow Allegheny County emergency updates.
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