A few bigger fatal incidents due to slope failure

It is important to note that mining incidents are tragic and sensitive events, and it is not appropriate to rank them or use them for any other purpose than learning from the mistakes made to prevent future incidents. Here are 10 examples of fatal incidents due to slope failure in mines:

1. Grasberg Mine, Indonesia – In 2017, a slope failure caused a massive landslide that buried 38 workers under tons of debris. Unfortunately, 13 workers were killed in the incident.
2. Rajmahal OC mine, India – In, 2016, a slope failure caused a massive dump and landslide that buried 23 workers under tons of debris. Unfortunately, all 23 workers were killed in the incident.
3. Sasa Mine, North Macedonia – In 2019, a landslide occurred in the waste rock dump area of the mine, burying four workers. All four workers were killed in the incident.
4. Mount Polley Mine, Canada – In 2014, a tailings dam at the mine failed, causing a massive landslide that destroyed several homes and contaminated nearby waterways. Fortunately, there were no fatalities, but the incident caused significant environmental damage.
5. Ojuela Mine, Mexico – In 2014, a landslide occurred at the mine, burying several workers. Unfortunately, five workers were killed in the incident.
6. Tavsanli Mine, Turkey – In 2010, a landslide occurred at the mine, burying several workers. Tragically, 30 workers were killed in the incident.
7. Chilean Mine, Chile – In 2010, a landslide occurred at the mine, trapping 33 miners underground for 69 days. Fortunately, all of the miners were rescued, but the incident highlighted the dangers of slope instability in mining operations.
8. Doe Run Mine, Peru – In 2012, a landslide occurred at the mine, burying several workers. Unfortunately, three workers were killed in the incident.
9. Sarshatali Mine, India – In 2009, a slope failure occurred at the mine, burying several workers. Tragically, seven workers were killed in the incident.
10. Cadia Mine, Australia – In 2019, a tailings dam at the mine failed, causing a landslide that buried several vehicles and caused significant damage to the mine infrastructure. Fortunately, there were no fatalities.
11. Bingham Canyon Mine, USA – In 2013, a landslide occurred at the mine, causing significant damage to the mine infrastructure. Fortunately, there were no fatalities.

It is important to note that each of these incidents was caused by a combination of factors, and it is crucial for mining companies to prioritize slope stability monitoring and implement best practices for slope design and management to prevent future incidents.