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Miner Survives 7 Days Underground After Cave-In
Pottstown resident recalls being trapped 700 feet below ground when a shaft cave-in blocked escape. He describes 88 hours of darkness, scarce air, and the relief of rescue workers delivering air, meals, and milk. He emphasizes the toll on families and his decades of work after the incident.
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Peter Bova
Pollstoven Mercury
Pottstown
Jeekaiav
Bob
Bilan
Beast
Lou
Sunerals
Clay
Fes
Sus