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Miner’s Death Exposes Safety Failures | Charleston News
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A tragic mining fatality in April claimed the life of 53-year-old veteran miner Aaron Warrix at the Panther Eagle Mine, struck by a falling rock during routine work. Despite being alert on the way out, he became unresponsive in the ambulance, prompting CPR and ground transport. MSHA found Marfork Coal violated safety protocols by allowing work under an unsupported roof and skipping proper site checks. The company has since retrained staff and updated safety procedures — a sobering reminder that written rules must be enforced to protect miners every day.
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