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Drillers freed from northern B.C. mine after being trapped for days, says company
BRITISH COLUMBIA, JUL 25 – Three miners trapped by two rockfalls at Red Chris mine had access to air, food, and water while awaiting rescue, Newmont says the operation was meticulously planned.
- At the Red Chris mine, Newmont Corp. brought three miners to the surface late Thursday, ending their underground ordeal.
- Two rockfalls on Tuesday trapped the miners, Premier David Eby said at an 11 a.m. conference, with Newmont Corp. noting they were over 500 metres beyond the initial collapse.
- Using a refuge chamber, the miners had consistent access to food, water, and air, with drones assessing debris 20–30 meters long and 7–8 meters high, while a remote-controlled scoop clears debris.
- The miners are in good health and being supported by medical and wellness teams, and Tom Palmer said the company will conduct a `thorough and independent investigation`.
- With industry collaboration, Newmont Corp. will share its findings, as Tom Palmer said the company will conduct a thorough and independent investigation.
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The three Canadian workers trapped in the Red Chris mine in British Columbia after an accident on Tuesday were finally able to return to the surface.
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Three workers emerge from B.C. mine after 'meticulously executed' rescue
ISKUT — Three workers who were trapped in a remote northern British Columbia mine have been rescued after more than 60 hours underground. Red Chris mine operator Newmont Corp. said the three men were safely bought to the surface at about 10:40 p.m.
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