Special Edition: Miner Killed in Kentucky

Kentucky miner dies after being struck by coal scoop
A coal miner working underground in western Kentucky has died after being struck by a coal scoop.

(WYMT)
By Maggie Gregg
Published: Oct. 14, 2020 at 9:10 PM EDT

MADISONVILLE, Ky. (AP) – A coal miner working underground in western Kentucky has died after being struck by a coal scoop. It was the second coal mining death in Kentucky in less than a week and the fourth overall in the U.S. this year.

Kentucky’s Energy and Environment Cabinet says 58-year-old Phillip Ramsey was working at the Cardinal mine near Madisonville Tuesday evening when he was struck by the scoop. Ramsey was pronounced dead at a nearby hospital.

The mine is owned by Warrior Coal, a subsidiary of Alliance Resource Partners.

Thanks to JM for the share.

Heidi

Share
Published by
Heidi

Recent Posts

Body Found in PA Cole Mine

Body Found In PA Mine UNITY TOWNSHIP, Pa. (KDKA) — The body of Elizabeth Pollard,…

2 weeks ago

Today’s Quote

"Healthy responsibility is defined as taking 100 percent responsibility for yourself while inspiring others to…

2 weeks ago

Twelve Hour Shifts

Twelve Hours Shifts have been debated for many years as to their pros and cons.…

2 weeks ago

Hypothermia and Frostbite

Hypothermia and Frostbite Even skin that is protected can be subject to frostbite. It's the…

2 weeks ago

Safety Tidbits

Safety Tidbits December is Mental Wellness & Holiday Safety Month Tips • Exercise your mind…

2 weeks ago

Today’s Quote

The Courage of Integrity (anonymous source) "The highest courage is to dare to be yourself…

2 weeks ago

This website uses cookies.