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Two miners were fatally injured when the Kobota mantrip they were traveling was struck by a 20 ton locomotive.
The information provided in this notice is based on preliminary data ONLY and does not represent final determination regarding the nature of the incident or conclusions regarding the cause of the accident.
MINE FATALITIES – On June 9, 2021, two miners were fatally injured when a locomotive collided with the personnel carrier in which they were riding.
FAI-6855110-2
UNITED STATES
DEPARTMENT OF LABOR
MINE SAFETY AND HEALTH ADMINISTRATION
REPORT OF INVESTIGATION
Underground
(Platinum Ore)
Fatal Powered Haulage Accident
June 9, 2021
Stillwater Mine
Stillwater Mining Company
Nye, Stillwater County, Montana
ID No. 24-01490
Accident Investigators
