Looks like some Canadian miners faced a similar situation to what the dozen trapped miners in West Virginia had. A fire, toxic smoke, etc. But this time all the miners were rescued and none had serious injuries:
When toxic smoke began to fill the tunnels, the miners retreated to so-called refuge stations -- spacious chambers that can be sealed off and are equipped with supplies of oxygen, food and water.
[A company official] said his men weren't exposed to any smoke, and the biggest hardship was waiting until they were rescued.
"A lot of them said they had a good sleep down there in the refuge station," he said. "They were pretty calm."
"Refuge stations" sure sound like a good idea, which is probably why Canada requires them. Et tu Mr. President?
but that would mean bush's big business amigos would have to spend money on the safety of their employees. whos going to buy their bmws and porsches then? will they have to :gasp!: buy a toyota camry instead??
thats just not acceptable.
Posted by: smitten | February 01, 2006 at 08:20 PM