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04/22/2026 | Press release | Archived content
Catalyst Refiners Chemica Release
Accident Description
Accident: Catalyst Refiners Chemica Release
Location: Location: Nitro, WV
Accident Occurred On: 04/22/2026 | Final Report Released On:
Accident Type: Release
Investigation Status: The CSB's investigation is currently ongoing
On April 22, 2026 at approximately 9:32 a.m. local time, a release of hydrogen sulfide occurred at the Catalyst Refiners, Inc. facility in Nitro, WV. The incident resulted the fatal injury to two employees and injured 5 other employees.
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