Trapped miners still alive

[Kruzin]

For those who haven't heard, 9 coal miners where trapped earlier this week when they drilled into an abandonded, flooded mine, which then flooded the shaft they where in.

After days of drilling, and not knowing if there where any survivors, they have broken through to the area the men are trapped in, and all 9 are still alive, and in good shape. They could be freed and in their homes by morning.

http://www.msnbc.com/news/785322.asp

The miners accidentally drilled into an adjacent, abandoned mine that was full of water Wednesday night, flooding the shaft they were working in.
An estimated 50 million to 60 million gallons of water gushed into the mine from the abandoned shaft, trapping the men in an underground chamber 48 to 52 inches high and 18 feet wide.
One crew of miners managed to wade to safety in water up to their necks after the accident sent water gushing into the mine.

[Dr Mordrid]

I think I know a lot of people who never went to church that will be there tomorrow

Dr. Mordrid

[Kruzin]

Just saw on the news that all 9 have been succesfully extracted from the mine with no injuries

[ayoub_ibrahim]

Originally posted by Kruzin
Just saw on the news that all 9 have been succesfully extracted from the mine with no injuries

excellent news!

[Helevitia]

I was just thinking of posting this. What a killer feeling to know they all made it just fine. Today is a good day Some good stuff happened. Here is an example:

"During our time of tragedy, you extended yourselves to us and tirelessly continued to do so. We consider you our family, and we sincerely hope and pray that the recovery effort will be successful in bringing your loved ones home," said the e-mail, which was signed "The Families of United Flight 93."

Dave