Production at Garpenberg mine in Hedemora has been halted after a rockfall and hundreds of subsequent mine tremors over the weekend. Several people were injured, and all employees were evacuated on Saturday. Around 500 workers are now operating above ground.
Production at Boliden-owned Garpenberg mine in Hedemora was halted after a rockfall on Saturday, followed by hundreds of mine tremors. A seismologist described the sequence of events as unique for the mine. All employees were evacuated, and around 500 people are working above ground for the time being, where conditions are deemed safe. One report states six people were taken to hospital after the mine collapse, while another says four were injured in connection with the fall, with initial reports of three injured. The mine is located in Garpenberg, Hedemora.
