How will federal actions ultimately impact West Virginia’s coal mining industry?
Summary: This is a part one in a series discussing the UBB mine explosion, the federal response and potential federal response and the possible impact on the West Virginia coal industry. There has already been a considerable federal response in the short time since the accident but there will likely be much stronger and aggressive action by the federal government. This installment will provide a brief factual background discussing the UBB accident and will summarize the ensuing federal action. Please see full article below for more information.