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Underground tragedy at No 5 mine prompts fears and data
The No 5 mine near Brookwood Alabama a 2140 foot shaft deep in coal country shows a history of safety violations and danger as roof collapses loom. Workers describe a fatal roof fall while crews bolster the section with cribbing. The piece notes methane drainage and management debates amid ongoing inspections and enforcement questions.
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Jim Walter Resources
No. 5
Key
Birmingham
Brookwood
Alabama State
United Mine Workers of America
Alabama
UMWA
Joe Main
Tom Wilson
America
Federal Mine Safety and Health Administration
Jim Walter
MSHA
Main
Lauriski
Michael Mole
Roofell
Jim Walter Resources No. 5
No.5
Mike Boyd