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Alpha Metallurgical Resources receives MSHA imminent danger order at Jerry Fork Eagle mine
Alpha Metallurgical Resources, Inc.
- MSHA issued imminent danger order under section 107(a) to AMR subsidiary Nicholas Contura, LLC at Jerry Fork Eagle mine.
- Order cited insufficient airflow and accumulation of elevated methane in a portion of the mine.
- All miners withdrawn except those needed to correct the condition; no injuries occurred.
- Adjustments made to restore ventilation; MSHA terminated the order immediately after corrective actions.
- Location: near Drennen, West Virginia; incident date: April 27, 2023.