Auchenharvie Colliery Disaster 1895
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Date:
2 Aug 1895
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Location: Stevenston, Ayrshire, Scotland
Surnames/tags: Mining Disasters Scotland Disasters
Location: Stevenston, Ayrshire, Scotland
Surnames/tags: Mining Disasters Scotland Disasters
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History and Circumstances
- Date: 2 August 1895
- Location: Stevenston, Ayrshire
- Type: Inrush of Water
- Victims: 9 men
- Cause: Wall and roof collapse
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Rescue Efforts
Search and rescue efforts occurred between 2 Aug and 4 Aug 1895, but were called off.
Results and Findings
It was determined that the inrush was caused by previous activity unknown to the mine managers.
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