Pennsylvania faces risks from over 11,000 abandoned mines, prompting a $10.5M project to prevent dangers like sinkholes.

Pennsylvania's coal mining legacy has left over 11,000 abandoned mines, especially in the west, creating risks like deadly sinkholes. A $10.5 million project aims to prevent subsidence, but better assessments are needed. The tragedy of Elizabeth Pollard, who fell into a mine searching for her cat, underscores the urgency to safeguard public safety and address environmental hazards posed by these sites.

December 08, 2024
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