Entering the mine is comparable to riding an elevator,
That's because I want to keep people calm."
They are safe at the 1,000-foot level,
I am relieved that 12 of the people trapped in the Mollie Kathleen Mine have been safely rescued. Our deepest condolences to the family and friends of the individual lost in this incident,
Thanks to this collaborative effort, each of these individuals will return home safely,
The state is assisting Teller County and sending resources to rescue those inside the mine,
As such, Mollie Kathleen's tour operation offers a rare glimpse into Colorado mining history, and, as a deep shaft tour operation is both rare, and, particularly vulnerable to ventilation and other issues. Our tour level is an underground museum of Colorado mining history, mechanics and tools,
They're drinking water. They have chairs,
We want to inspect it, make sure it’s safe before bringing them back up with it,
This was due to an equipment malfunction. The mine did not collapse,
If we have to, we can bring people up on those ropes, but it also subjects those first responders now to the threat and endangerment of doing so,
I have spoken to the Teller County Sheriff and County Commissioners and will stay in touch through the course of this rescue effort,
Just a brief update regarding the incident today at the Molly Kathleen Mine in Cripple Creek
We will do everything possible and assist the county to ensure a speedy and safe resolution of the situation,
Everyone is giving us everything they possibly can,