CHARLESTON, WV (LOOTPRESS) – West Virginia Governor Patrick Morrisey has expressed his condolences following the death of a coal miner in Boone County.
Steven Fields, 55, of Chauncey, WV, died from injuries sustained in an accident Wednesday morning at the Progress Surface Mine in Twilight, WV.
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The West Virginia Office of Miners’ Health, Safety, and Training responded to the scene and will conduct an investigation into the incident.
“I’m deeply saddened to hear about the death of one of our brave coal miners, Steven Fields,” Governor Morrisey said.
“Steven tragically passed away after an accident at the Progress Surface Mine in Twilight, WV. All West Virginians should keep Steven’s family and loved ones in our prayers.
Our miners are some of the hardest-working, humble, and courageous people in our state. They are truly the backbone of West Virginia. We’re deeply indebted to these brave men and women and continue to pray for their safety.”
State officials have not yet released further details about the accident.
