Coal mines in the Indian Territory had a reputation for being dangerous. Which of these disasters killed workers in Savanna, McCurtain, and Krebs?

A.

landslides

B.

methane explosions

C.

floods

D.

power losses

B methane explosions

The correct answer is B) methane explosions.

Coal mines in the Indian Territory had a reputation for being dangerous. The disasters that killed workers in Savanna, McCurtain, and Krebs were due to methane explosions.

Mining has always been a dangerous business. At the beginning of this industry, where there were less technology and preventive measures, there were many accidents that killed miners. coal explosions and toxic gases were common accidents during the work in the mines. There also was what miners called a "wind shot," a big explosion when miners used more powder that needed, igniting methane gas, killing many miners.