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Our Thoughts on the Recent Mining Tragedy
Tuesday, April 13th, 2010
We here at iLoveMountains.org express our sympathy for the families who have lost loved ones in the mining explosion at the Upper Big Branch Mine in Raleigh County, WV.
Coal mining can be a dangerous profession. It is easy to take for granted the sacrifice that coal miners make every day to supply the nation with energy. We need to be mindful of our electricity use and work to make energy production the safest and cleanest it can be, not just for ourselves, but for those who work to make sure we do have energy. Everyone has a right to work in a safe and healthy environment.
The communities who are living with this tragedy need our help today. We would like to encourage you to send a donation to the West Virginia Council of Churches to help support these families as they work to rebuild their lives again.
April 14th, 2010 at 10:24 pm
Would you add a non church affiliated web address so that I can make a small donation to the families that lost loved ones. I know the church does provide for many in West Virginia, however I am an athiest and am not comfortable with donating to a church group. Truly, T.B.
April 15th, 2010 at 11:43 am
I was devestated when I heard about this. A few of the people in the mines were my loved ones, and they will be missed.