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December 18, 2025 Fatality

Accident Classification: Powered Haulage
Location: Lower War Eagle - Cyclone, West Virginia
Mine Controller: Colorado Coal LLC
Mine Type: Underground
Mined Material: Coal (Bituminous)
Incident Date/Time: December 18, 2025 07:30 am
PRELIMINARY REPORT

A miner died when he was pinned against the rib by a tractor.

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.

FATALITY ALERT

MINE FATALITY – On December 18, 2025, a miner died after a tractor pinned him against the rib.