Steelworker Electrocuted at U.S. Steel Mill | St. Louis News

A heartbreaking tragedy struck the U.S. Steel mill in Granite City Saturday when 62-year-old steelworker Mitcheal Nelson died from electrocution while attempting to shut down a transformer during a storm. Despite emergency efforts by the fire department, he was pronounced dead just after 6 AM. The incident occurred at the cold-rolled mill section with no other injuries reported and no public danger. U.S. Steel expressed deep sorrow for Nelson’s family and reaffirmed its commitment to safety as it cooperates with ongoing investigations. The union remains silent, while the company’s recent decision to restart a blast furnace amid rising demand now casts a shadow over its operations. Authorities are still probing the cause, with toxicology reports pending — a somber day for the community and those who knew Mitcheal. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/e31b56580962342f