Historical Events tagged with "workersafety"

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Accidents & Tragedies

Cane Creek potash mine explosion kills 18 miners

August 27th, 1963 61 years ago

A devastating explosion at the Cane Creek potash mine near Moab, Utah, resulted in the tragic death of 18 miners. The incident occurred during a routine operation, catching the miners off guard and leading to significant rescue efforts. Eyewitnesses reported a loud blast followed by smoke, prompting immediate emergency responses.

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