Statement from Governor Justice on Mining Accident in Squire

2/28/2017

CHARLESTON, WV - Today, Governor Jim Justice released the following statement:

"My heart is heavy with the sad news out of Squire. Cathy and I ask all West Virginians to join us in praying for the lost coal miner and his family. Tragic accidents like this just break all of our hearts and our state is grateful to have a close-knit mining community that steps up on these most difficult days."


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Grant Herring — Grant.W.Herring@wv.gov

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