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Operator Error Causes Fatal Colorado Gold Mine Incident
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- Tour guide Patrick Weier died at a Colorado gold mine on October 10, 2024.
- Weier's death was due to operator error, not equipment failure.
- Tourists were stuck 1,000 feet underground due to elevator issues.
- The incident happened near Colorado Springs during tourist season.
- The mine will reopen after confirming regulatory compliance.
- A fundraiser for Weier's child is ongoing after his tragic death.
- Authorities suggest filing records requests for more incident details.
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