Historical Events tagged with "monongah"
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Accidents & Tragedies
Coal Mine Explosion Kills 362 Workers
December 6th, 1907 117 years ago
A catastrophic explosion at the Monongah coal mine in West Virginia resulted in the deaths of 362 miners. The cause of the explosion was linked to a buildup of methane gas ignited by a spark. It was one of the deadliest mining disasters in U.S. history. Rescuers faced tremendous challenges in the aftermath, as thick smoke and debris hindered their efforts.
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