Clairton Coke Works, site of Monday’s explosion, has a history of problems
The Clairton Coke Works has a history of maintenance issues, explosions and environmental violations.
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Second worker found dead after explosion at U.S. Steel Clairton Coke Works
Ten plant workers required hospital treatment for injuries— five were listed in critical but stable condition, and five others were treated and released.
Why Canadian wildfire smoke is lingering (and what you can do about it)
A climate scientist and mom explains why the smoke is sticking around and who should stay indoors.
Health of Pittsburgh’s rivers has improved, but still faces threats from pollution, report says
A new report on Pittsburgh’s rivers shows ongoing threats to the waterways and calls for stricter regulations to reduce pollution.
You can borrow an induction cooktop at the local library
Millvale Tool Library recently acquired portable induction cooktops, available for the community to borrow for free. These energy-efficient appliances are a cleaner, climate-friendly alternative to gas stoves and can help improve indoor air quality.
West Virginia families sue EQT over fracking pollution
The families say several gas wells and a compressor station in the Wetzel County released harmful pollutants that made their children sick.
Deluzio continues push for rail safety as federal safety agency calls for deregulation
While Representative Chris Deluzio pushes for railway safety, the Trump administration wants roll back regulations of hazardous materials, including the transport of liquefied natural gas by rail.
Online tool launched to help identify chemical exposure
The Environmental Health Project's Compounds of Concern tool helps residents living near industrial facilities learn about the chemicals and compounds that may be exposed to, and their potential health risks.
Cleanup work at contaminated Jackson Ceramix Superfund site in Clearfield County underway
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency is addressing lead contamination from a former dishware factory site in Falls Creek, Pennsylvania.
Clean air advocates want to see pollution permit fees increased in Allegheny County
Southwestern Pennsylvania Grassroots Town Halls and the Breathe Project convened a meeting to call on the Allegheny County Council to increase fees for processing Title V operating permits.
