The Magnetism Of Appalachian Mystery Spot Attractions
Folkways Reporter Andrea “River” Peterson explored how “Gravity House” attractions keep luring new fans with vintage kitsch.
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Catalyst Refiners
Investigators Cite Concerns From Fatal Chemical Explosion
The U.S. Chemical Safety and Hazard Investigation Board (CSB) released an update Thursday from its investigation of the Ames Goldsmith Corporation’s Catalyst Refiners, Inc. explosion.
Continue Reading Take Me to More NewsNo Chemicals Detected In Air Around Chemical Leak Site
The EPA and the DEP are monitoring conditions at the Catalyst Refiners plant where two people died in a chemical leak last week.
Continue Reading Take Me to More NewsDoctor Focuses On Occupational Safety In Aftermath Of Deadly Chemical Event
Dr. Christopher Martin, a specialist in occupational and environmental medicine at West Virginia University, spoke with reporter Chris Schulz to try and shed some light on what happened at the Catalyst Refinery last week.
Continue Reading Take Me to More NewsEnvironmental Agencies On Site Of Fatal Chemical Incident
State and federal officials have launched an investigation into the cause of Wednesday's fatal chemical leak at a plant between Nitro and Institute.
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2 Dead, Dozens Injured Following Chemical Leak In Institute
Two people are dead and one is in critical condition after a volatile reaction at a chemical manufacturing facility in Nitro Wednesday morning. Approximately 30 or more people — including seven first responders — were transported from the site or sought medical attention independently, according to Gov. Patrick Morrisey Wednesday evening.
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