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Freeport's Grasberg mine suspended after mud flow; 7 contractors missing
FREEPORT-MCMORAN INC
- Mud flow on September 8 blocked access to seven PTFI contractors in Grasberg Block Cave service level.
- PTFI has drilled into service level locations including near a refuge chamber but has not located workers.
- Mining operations in Grasberg minerals district remain temporarily suspended to prioritize rescue.
- Company will complete investigation and evaluate incident impacts, including revisions to near-term production forecasts.
- Indonesian government authorities are on site reviewing the incident and monitoring rescue operations.
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