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Short Stuff: Lake Peigneur

Stuff You Should Know

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The Turbulent Waters of Lake Peigneur

This chapter recounts the dramatic events surrounding Lake Peigneur when drilling operations mistakenly unleashed a catastrophic whirlpool by breaching a salt mine. It highlights the peril faced by miners as flooding ensues, showcasing the intersection of human error and geological phenomena.

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