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Were the Canadian miners rescued?

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The three Canadian miners trapped underground in British Columbia were safely rescued after 60 hours. They appeared healthy and in good spirits upon reaching the surface and are now reuniting with their families.

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Rescued mine workers safe and off to reunite with family

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  • Three mine workers were rescued after being trapped underground for 60 hours.
  • The workers were healthy and in good spirits after spending three nights in a refuge chamber. 27s
  • Rescue involved clearing debris and carefully extracting the workers using specialized vehicles. 51s
  • Investigations by the mining company and provincial authorities are underway to determine the cause of two rockfalls. 1m 27s
  • Underground mining operations remain suspended while surface mining has resumed. 2m 11s
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Rescued mine workers safe and off to reunite with family
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CBC Canada
15 hours ago
Rescued mine workers safe and off to reunite with family

The three rescue drillers had food, water, and appeared healthy when they got to the surface.

Rescued mine workers safe and off to reunite with family
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CBC Canada
15 hours ago
Rescued mine workers safe and off to reunite with family

When the rescue team announced, 'we've got all three of them, they're in good spirits.'

Rescued mine workers safe and off to reunite with family
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CBC Canada
15 hours ago
Rescued mine workers safe and off to reunite with family

Jessie Chibati's grandmother expressed relief and anticipation to be reunited with her grandson after the rescue.

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