Mercyhurst forensic anthropology team recovers remains from gas well fire

A Mercyhurst University forensic anthropology team responded to the scene of a Chevron gas well explosion in Dunkard, Greene County, on Tuesday, March 4, to recover the remains of a missing contractor feared dead. The explosion, which occurred on Feb. 11, ignited a fire that burned for approximately a week. Lead forensic anthropologist Dennis Dirkmaat, Ph.D., and a team that included assistant professor Heather Garvin, Ph.D., 15 graduate students and two undergrads gained access to the site. To view these students click here: http://mercyhurst.meritpages.com/achievements/Mercyhurst-forensic-anthropology-team-recovers-remains-from-gas-well-fire/21102