Yukon officials investigate elevated cyanide levels in groundwater near Eagle Gold mine after a failure.

Yukon officials are investigating elevated cyanide levels in groundwater near the Eagle Gold mine, which released millions of tonnes of cyanide-laced ore following a failure. To assess groundwater movement and mitigate risks, 18 new wells have been installed at the site, located about 480 kilometers north of Whitehorse. The investigation aims to address potential environmental hazards resulting from this incident.

September 20, 2024
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