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An explosion occurred at U.S. Steel’s Clairton Coke Works around 10:51 a.m., leaving people trapped under rubble.

Five individuals have been transported for treatment; no fatalities confirmed, according to county officials.

The facility, the largest coking plant in North America, remains an active emergency scene with limited details released.

CLAIRTON, Pa. - An explosion at a U.S. Steel coking plant near Pittsburth has left people trapped under the rubble, as emergency crews on site try to rescue them.

The news was confirmed by Abigail Gardner, the director of communications for Allegheny County.

Here's what we know so far:

US Senator John Fetterman tells public to avoid the area

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