The Monongah Coal Mining Disaster of 1907

In 1907, a coal mine in Monongah, West Virginia, collapsed, claiming the lives of more than 362 miners. This video is a look back at the Monongah Coal Mining Disaster of 1907, and its lasting effects on the coal industry and the town of Monongah.Show more

The Monongah coal mining disaster of 1907 was one of the deadliest industrial accidents in United States history. It occurred on December 6, 1907, in Monongah, West Virginia, in the Fairmont Coal Company's No. 6 and No. 8 mines.

The disaster was caused by a series of explosions that took place deep underground. It is believed that the initial explosion was likely caused by a spark igniting flammable gases (such as methane) in the mine. This initial explosion then ignited accumulated coal dust, causing a much larger secondary explosion.

The force of the explosions and subsequent collapses of mine tunnels led to the demise of an estimated 362 miners, although the exact number of casualties remains uncertain due to incomplete records and the nature of the disaster. The majority of the victims lost their lives instantly by the force of the explosions or by the subsequent collapse of the mine.

The Monongah disaster had a profound impact on the local community and the coal mining industry as a whole. It highlighted the dangerous working conditions that miners faced, including inadequate safety measures and ventilation systems. The tragedy prompted calls for improved mine safety regulations and led to the creation of the U.S. Bureau of Mines in 1910, which was tasked with overseeing mine safety.

The Monongah disaster remains a somber reminder of the risks associated with coal mining and played a significant role in the push for improved safety standards and workers' rights in the mining industry.

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👉September 2023.