SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 38
(By Senators Tomblin, Mr. President, Dempsey, Chafin, Bailey
Edgell, Minear, Foster, Minard, Jenkins, Harrison, McCabe, Love,
Kessler, Bowman and Prezioso)
Recognizing the dedication and commitment of mine rescue teams in
West Virginia.
Whereas, West Virginia's coal industry relies on mine rescue
teams to save miners during underground emergencies such as fires,
explosions, roof falls or water inundations; and
Whereas, There are more than 30 rescue teams in West Virginia
which train regularly and practice rescue missions under realistic
conditions. Mine rescue teams are also trained to provide
emergency medical care; and
Whereas, Mine rescue teams place themselves in jeopardy to
save the lives of their fellow miners; and
Whereas, Mine rescue teams fully understand the hazards that
may await them during rescue and recovery operations. They
approach dangerous conditions in mines by careful and methodical
exploration; and
Whereas, West Virginia mine rescue teams have proven their
expertise in mine rescue and recovery by winning several national
awards; therefore, be it
Resolved by the Senate:
That the Senate hereby recognizes the dedication and
commitment of mine rescue teams in West Virginia; and, be it
Further Resolved, The Senate expresses its appreciation to
mine rescue team members for their selfless contributions to the
mining industry in West Virginia; and, be it
Further Resolved, That the Clerk is hereby directed to forward
a copy of this resolution to the West Virginia Coal Association.