55 Next of Kin or Social Media ?

Beers With A Miner

We lost yet another beloved miner recently which spurred me to share these thoughts with you. Firstly, I want to send love and angels to family, friends and work mates of all those involved.

News travels fast when a serious incident occurs at one of our mine sites. Someone close to me was immediately affected so I knew quickly. Wanting to learn more I went to social media. Local groups had not yet picked up on it, or perhaps-wisely-chosen not to share just yet?

I was tagged in a post on a tv channel’s page that had chosen to share the as yet vague details. Initially incorrect news was spread. Many people were panicked and trying to find out the facts. Comment threads were horrifying me.

One lady shared how worried she was as her partner worked there and advice was pouring in. Yes, she had already contacted site to learn more, but they could not release anything. They were right in the middle of dealing with it all. Can you imagine? Workforce safety and communication, helicopters, police, ambulance, media and family members are all part of the initial responses with much more to follow.

Another told her if she was next of kin and had not heard anything, her partner was ok, and she should stop being so dramatic! This is when the memories of Big T’s death onsite came back to me.

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