West Virginia Chemical Leak Tragedy

The leak occurred at the Catalyst Refiners facility in Institute as workers were preparing the plant for closure.

One person remains in critical condition as emergency teams continue to monitor air quality in the surrounding Kanawha County.

Local authorities have ordered evacuations near the site and advised residents to stay indoors until the area is cleared.

The incident has raised serious questions about safety protocols at decommissioning industrial sites and the risks posed by hazardous materials during plant shutdowns.