Impact of a Large Fire and Subsequent Pollution Control Failure at a Coke Works on Acute Asthma Exacerbations in Nearby Adult Residents

Clairton, Pennsylvania, is home to the largest coke works facility in the United States (US). On 24 December 2018, a large fire occurred at this facility and damaged pollution control equipment. Although repairs were not completed for several months, production continued at pre-fire capacity and dai...

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Main Authors: Tricia L. Morphew, Arvind Venkat, John Graham, Matthew Mehalik, Norman Anderson, Deborah Gentile
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2021-06-01
Series:Toxics
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Online Access:https://www.mdpi.com/2305-6304/9/7/147