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sports2 days ago•4 min saved

DP World Tour Pro Andrea Pavan Injured in Elevator Shaft Fall

DP World Tour golfer Andrea Pavan was seriously injured after falling three stories down an open elevator shaft at his lodging near Cape Town, South Africa. He underwent surgery for shoulder and back injuries and is expected to remain in South Africa for weeks as he recovers, with further procedures likely and travel home to the U.S. later. A GoFundMe has been launched to help cover medical costs, extended hospitalization, and related expenses, while the DP World Tour and fellow players have offered support as Pavan withdraws from the Investec South African Open.

via Golf Channel|

#andrea-pavan #dp-world-tour #elevator-accident

accidentsdisasters2 years ago•1 min saved

Tragedy Strikes: Elevator Plunge Claims 11 Lives at South African Mine

An elevator carrying workers at a platinum mine in South Africa suddenly dropped about 650 feet, resulting in the death of 11 workers and injuring 75, with 14 in critical condition. The mine operator has suspended all operations and initiated an investigation into the cause of the accident. The Minister of Mineral Resources and Energy has also announced a government investigation. South Africa, the world's largest producer of platinum, has seen a decrease in mining fatalities over the years, but this incident highlights the ongoing need for improved workplace safety in the industry.

via ABC News|

#accidentsdisasters #elevator-accident #investigation

tragedy2 years ago•1 min saved

Tragedy Strikes as Elevator Plunges, Leaving 11 Dead and 75 Injured

Eleven miners were killed and 75 were injured when an elevator plunged 650 feet at a platinum mine in Rustenburg, South Africa. All 86 workers in the elevator were affected, with some sustaining serious injuries. The mine operator, Implats, has suspended all operations and launched an investigation into the incident. South Africa, the world's largest producer of platinum, has seen a decline in mining fatalities over the years but workplace safety remains a concern.

via Business Insider|

#elevator-accident #mining-industry #platinum-mine

accidents2 years ago•0 min saved

Fatal Elevator Accidents Claim Lives of Workers in Philadelphia

A worker died in a tragic elevator accident at a commercial warehouse site undergoing renovation in Philadelphia. The 48-year-old man was inside the elevator shaft when it fell 20 feet, causing head trauma. Police are investigating the incident and have not released the victim's identity.

via NBC 10 Philadelphia|

#accidents #elevator-accident #philadelphia