West Virginia Chemical Leak Kills Two

The incident at the Catalyst Refiners plant in Institute has left the local community in a state of shock as emergency crews continue to manage the aftermath.

Over 30 people were hospitalized, with one person remaining in serious condition following the exposure.

Residents were briefly ordered to shelter in place as toxic fumes spread through the area.

Officials have launched a comprehensive investigation into the safety protocols at the facility, which was in the process of being decommissioned.