A frictional ignition of methane occurred at an underground coal mine when a continuous miner intersected a projected structure during production in a development panel. Workers on the machine attempted to extinguish the fire using water hoses, however this was unsuccessful. The fire was eventually extinguished using a fire extinguisher.
No workers were injured, however they were shaken following the incident.
Resources Regulator inspectors and investigators attended the site and issued a section 195 notice prohibiting entry underground except for the purposes of maintaining the ongoing safety of the mine.
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