Fatality at Alliance Resource Partners’ Mountain View Mine, W.Va.
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A coal miner died in Tucker County Thursday.
The accident occurred at the Mountain View Mine near Davis.
“All West Virginians should keep Joey’s family, friends, and fellow miners in our thoughts and prayers. Our coal miners are among the hardest-working and most courageous people in our state. They represent the strength, humility, and resolve that define West Virginia. We owe these men and women an enduring debt of gratitude for the sacrifices they make every day to power our communities and our nation,” Gov. Patrick Morrisey said in a statement.
The accident occurred early Thursday morning. There are reports that a second miner was injured and flown from the scene. No other details have been released.
State and federal mine safety investigations are underway.
The Mountain View Mine is owned by Mettiki Coal.
Source: Metro News
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