A fire at U. S. Steel’s Clairton, Pennsylvania, Plant resulted in significant damage to equipment and buildings, including units necessary for the safe and effective operation of the desulfurization process for coke oven gases. As described in reports filed with the Allegheny County Health Department (ACHD), U.S. Steel has been substituting natural gas and flaring coke oven gas in an effort to mitigate any potential environmental impacts.
U.S. Steel’s investigation continues, but preliminary findings from outside experts engaged to investigate the fire and assess damage have revealed that the fire was likely caused by a mechanical failure. Due to the significant structural damage of the buildings, safety is paramount as authorities complete the investigation.
U.S. Steel is working around the clock to make the necessary repairs and to bring the facility back to normal operations. U.S. Steel remains committed to employing measures only after it is determined that it is safe for employees, contractors and the public.
Published in the February 2019 Edition
