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Notification of increased gas levels at Pike River Mine
26 May 2011
News Release
Notification of increased gas levels at Pike River Mine
Tests undertaken as part of
the Mine Stabilisation Plan have revealed gas levels (mainly
Carbon Monoxide) have increased to such an extent the mine
remains unstable and work at the portal will have to be
delayed by at least a week.
PwC Partner John Fisk, Receiver of Pike River Coal Limited (In Receivership) says "we have been advised by the experts involved, the increased gas levels make it too unsafe to start work. This is a temporary setback but we realise the delay is frustrating for all those parties involved (especially the families and those who have spent the last two and a half months working to stabilise the mine).
“Ensuring everyone’s safety is our paramount concern. We’re committed to stabilising the mine and will continue to monitor gas levels and reassess the situation in the middle of next week.
“We
have informed the families of the 29 men and will continue
to provide updates on any further developments,” adds Mr
Fisk.
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