MSHA to conduct safety talks at US mines

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ARLINGTON, Va. (AP) — In the wake of 20 U.S. mining fatalities since October, federal regulators are stepping up safety discussions with the nation’s mines.

The Mine Safety and Health Administration said Wednesday it will conduct visits to coal, metal and nonmetal mines to increase awareness of recent fatalities and encourage operators and miners to remain vigilant for unsafe conditions.

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