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1902 Mount Kembla Coal Mine Explosion, Australia

Case Study

On 31 July 1902, an explosion at Mount Kembla Coal Mine took the lives of 96 workers.

The incident happened when a large section of the unsupported roof in a goaf collapsed with considerable force, pushing air and methane gas into the main tunnel. The rush of air and gas stirred up the coal dust clinging to the roof and walls of the mine. Click here to read more.

Thanks for the share, PMJ!

Heidi

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