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At approximately 5:05 p.m. a shuttle car operator was installing turn timbers on the #3 retreat mining section when a rock fell from between the roof bolts striking the miner.
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 FATALITY – On April 2, 2026, a shuttle car operator was struck by falling rock from the mine roof while setting timber posts during retreat mining.
