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FIRE

220253280010 · 11/19/2025 · Wharf Resources (USA) Inc

Details

Degree of injury
NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT
Classification
FIRE
Accident type
Inhalation of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances
Occupation
Laborer, Blacksmith, Bull gang, Parts runner, Roustabout, Pick-up man, Pitman
Activity
Handling supplies or material
Injury source
FLAME,FIRE,SMOKE,NEC
Nature of injury
SUFFOC,SMOK INHILAT,DROWN
Body part
BODY SYSTEMS
Days lost
0
Mine experience
6.62 years

Operator

Controller (parent)
Coeur Mining, Inc.
Operator
Wharf Resources (USA) Inc
Mine
3901282

Narrative

During routine crusher maintenance, a fire started in the #1 screen deck. Fire extinguishers were used but not effective. 4 people were treated for smoke inhalation.

Source

Authoritative
MSHA Open Government Data
Machine
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