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Steelers Fan Who Saved 70-Year-Old at Training Camp on Aug. 7 Dies in U.S. Steel Plant Explosion

Clairton Coke Works explosion: Timothy Quinn, 39, ID'd as 1 of 2 killed |  Pittsburgh Post-Gazette

CLAIRTON, Pa. – August 12, 2025 — The Steelers community is mourning the loss of a devoted fan and local hero after a devastating explosion at the U.S. Steel Clairton Coke Works plant claimed two lives on Monday.

One of the victims has been identified as Timothy Quinn, a father of three and lifelong member of Steelers Nation. Just five days earlier, on August 7, Quinn made headlines when he rushed to the aid of a 70-year-old man who collapsed from heat exhaustion during Steelers training camp at Saint Vincent College. Witnesses say he stayed by the man’s side until medics arrived, likely saving his life.

Timothy Quinn, father of 3, identified as one of 2 victims killed in  Allegheny County steel plant explosion - ABC7 Los Angeles

The tragedy struck Monday morning when a powerful blast ripped through the coke battery operating area at the plant around 10:51 a.m., triggering multiple secondary explosions. The impact could be felt miles away and left ten others injured, five of them in critical condition. Emergency crews worked for hours to rescue workers trapped under rubble.

Quinn’s death has shaken both the Clairton community and Steelers fans across the country. Social media was filled with tributes, many calling him a “true Pittsburgh hero” for his selflessness just days before his passing.

Woman says her brother was man killed in US Steel Clairton Coke Works plant  explosion

Governor Josh Shapiro offered condolences, praising first responders and expressing solidarity with the Mon Valley community. U.S. Steel officials have pledged a full investigation into the cause of the incident.

For those who knew him, Timothy Quinn wasn’t just a fan in the stands — he was the kind of person who showed up for others, on and off the field. His legacy now stands as a testament to the resilience and compassion that define Pittsburgh.

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