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March 28, 2025 Fatality - Preliminary Report

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Accident Report: Fatality Reference

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Preliminary Report Overview

A front-end loader operator died when the front-end loader he was operating became engulfed in sand from a highwall.

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.