Stuff You Should Know Selects: What happens to abandoned mines?
Apr 16, 2022
Discover the staggering reality of abandoned mines in the U.S., with 500,000 sites but only 30,000 accounted for. The risks these mines pose are dire, from toxic exposure to tragic accidents. Dive into the hefty price tag of cleaning them up, estimated at $72 billion! Lighthearted anecdotes and humor pepper serious discussions about safety and environmental responsibility. Unearth the implications of mining practices and the quirky side of culinary debates, all while reflecting on community and ecological solutions.
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Tragic Mine Accident
- 16-year-old Taylor Crane died in a mine shaft accident in Mexico.
- He fell into a 1,000-foot shaft during a tour of abandoned mines.
Abandoned Mines in the US
- The U.S. has a significant number of abandoned mines, estimated between 300,000 and 500,000.
- These abandoned mines pose considerable dangers.
Abandoned Mine Fatalities
- Around 30 people die yearly in abandoned mine accidents in the U.S..
- Drowning and ATV accidents are the leading causes.