A catastrophic explosion occurred at the U.S. Steel plant in Clairton, Pennsylvania, leading to the deaths of two workers and injuring at least ten others. Preliminary investigations indicate that a gas valve failure during routine maintenance may have been the cause of the blast. Witnesses reported the explosion felt like thunder, and video footage shows chaos as steelworkers scrambled amidst the wreckage. The Environmental Protection Agency had previously cited the Clairton plant for numerous safety violations and accidents, raising concerns about its safety record. In light of the tragedy, advocates are calling for greater accountability in the steel industry as focus shifts towards the future and past of the steel mill. Meanwhile, local businesses have begun fundraising efforts to support the victims and their families.