Canada: All 39 Canadian miners rescued

All 39 miners working at the Totten mine in Sudbury, Ontario have been rescued, three days after an accident damaged the mine’s elevator.

The workers who were about 4000ft below ground used ladders along with the support of the rescue teams to finally get out.

Vale, the company responsible for the mine said the workers were in good health, as the final number of miners emerged at around 5AM local time.

In a statement, Vale’s CEO thanked the rescue teams for their efforts and help in getting the miners out safely.

The company has promised to investigate the incident and ensure measures that prevent the recurrence of such an incident.

The elevator was damaged after a scoop bucket crashed into the system, blocking the shaft and trapping the miners.

The workers ended up climbing secondary ladders from about 1,500ft to 4,000ft below ground, resting wherever they could in-between.

They also had the facility to remain in touch with their family members, along with basic everyday necessities like food and water.

The rescue efforts lasted for over two days and included about 60 responders.

Most of the efforts included restocking vital supplies for the trapped miners, apart from getting them out.

The Totten mine produces copper and various other precious metals.