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October 19, 1983 VA · Coal drill operator EXPLOSIVES AND BREAKING AGENTS
Mulco Inc · Struck by flying object

ACCIDENT WAS EVIDENTLY CAUSED WHEN 1 HOLE IN A SHOT BLEW OUT DUE TO A HILL SEAM CAUSING FLY ROCK TO STRIKE EQUIPMENT BEING USED TO DETONATE THE SHOT

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