# IGNITION OR EXPLOSION OF GAS OR DUST
> MSHA accident `220063260040` · 11/17/2006 · Jim Walter Resources Inc
## Details
- **Degree of injury:** ACCIDENT ONLY
- **Classification:** IGNITION OR EXPLOSION OF GAS OR DUST
- **Accident type:** Accident type, without injuries
- **Occupation:** —
- **Activity:** —
- **Injury source:** —
- **Nature of injury:** —
- **Body part:** —
- **Days lost:** 0
- **Mine experience:** — years
## Operator
- **Controller:** Walter Energy Incorporated
- **Operator:** Jim Walter Resources Inc
- **Mine:** [0101401](https://api.morvs.ai/mine/0101401)
## Narrative

A Methane Bleeder was ignited in the mine floor at the No.6 Shield on the walkway side of the panline while the shearer was cutting coal at the headgate. No injuries or property damage was incurred.

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*Source: [MSHA Open Government Data](https://arlweb.msha.gov/OpenGovernmentData/) · MORVS · CC0 1.0*