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A miner died after being pinned against the coal rib by a continuous mining machine.
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 March 5, 2026, a continuous mining machine operator died after being pinned against the coal rib by a continuous mining machine.
FAI-F00BE1D-1
UNITED STATES
DEPARTMENT OF LABOR
MINE SAFETY AND HEALTH ADMINISTRATION
REPORT OF INVESTIGATION
Underground
(Coal)
Machinery Accident Fatality Report
March 5, 2026
Deer Run Mine
Patton Mining LLC
Hillsboro, Montgomery County, Illinois
ID No. 11-03182
Accident Investigators
