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Energy & Environment Eric Douglas, Aug. 13, 2026

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.

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Health & Science Chris Schulz, Apr. 28, 2026

Doctor 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.

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Energy & Environment Curtis Tate, Feb. 02, 2024

Groups Push Back On House Bill To Limit Use Of Air Monitoring Data

West Virginia’s industrial and mining trade groups support the bill, but most people spoke in opposition.

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Energy & Environment Curtis Tate, Aug. 24, 2023

State Approves Air Quality Permit For Factory Where Explosion Killed 1

The Division of Air Quality approved the permit for Optima Belle to replace the equipment damaged in the explosion and return to normal operations.

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Energy & Environment Curtis Tate, Jul. 07, 2023

Safety Agency Issues Final Report On Fatal 2020 Optima Belle Explosion

The U.S. Chemical Safety Board investigated the Dec. 8, 2020, explosion at Optima Belle that killed one worker and caused $33 million in damage.

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Energy & Environment Caroline MacGregor, Oct. 05, 2022

W.Va. Chemical Valley Featured In Film Documentaries

West Virginia’s community of Institute is featured in two documentaries that examine environmental safety and accountability. Both films will be screened outdoors on Thursday, Oct. 5 at Institute's Shawnee Regional Park.

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