Exploring an ABANDONED COAL MINE!

[@calibratedindigo1338]

I spent 38 years of my life digging caves like this for a living, this brought back really bad memories, but it was fun to watch

[@frederickmoller]

After 43 years mining in the gold mines of Timmins Canada, I actually don't miss it. I worked in shit holes like the one you were in but with a minimum 7' back (the ceiling in mining terms), but a freaking mess to work in, though operating diesel powered scoop trams, still no fun, lol

[@winki51z]

In the 1970's and 80's, I worked in an underground coal mine. The Roof ( top), is in incredible shape in your mine; still dangerous to be exploring in there. Those rotted timbers are a a good sign that the roof is pretty solid; the wood is actually holding nothing. Surprising that the Bottom (floor) is not heaved up. Yes the Roof falls but the Bottom has pressure on it too. I was also a Mine Examiner (tested for gases, oxygen level, dangers, etc), You had no way of knowing what you were breathing: Level of oxygen or and dangerous gases. And you had no communication with the outside. Hey, you made it out, OK. Just don't plan a party in there. That is a later mine, one that used some sort of machinery; not an early pick and shovel mine. Though maybe it was only a test to see how the seam was; then it never really progressed to a full working mine. You may Not be at the entrance, but rather an air entry. Is there evidence of an old mine within a few miles? This may be part of it. That coal seam (vein) looks pretty good, in both height and just the look of the coal. Of course it would have to be tested, but it does look good. What State are You in ?. That mine could have made money for someone. This was very interesting for me; brought back some old times for me. I'm not on Facebook or anything; but if you would like more comments, I don't know how to get them to You.

[@DieselCreek]

I read all my comments or my email is [e-mail] thanks for the info, I’m in western PA. Tons of mines on our area

[@coreybabcock2023]

@@DieselCreek glad you all made it out ok

[@coreybabcock2023]

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[@jesseemoore1959]

I work in low coal everyday. It's amazing the amount of people out there now who dont even know people still do it.

[@10feetup]

I have done a bit of caving in the UK, last one i was down was a grade 4, few miles long and ended up reaching 730ft underground, we used harnesses and a decender to abseil down, some bits were over 170ft straight down, one was through an underground waterfall, had a guide, all in cost us just £70 each, that was all the gear we needed to.

[@PaulBarwick]

I have never been in a cave or mine, and was surprised at how uncomfortable the video of you guys crawling around in one makes me feel.

[@HotRodDaveM]

I want the light! I used to be an underground coal miner here in east central Ohio. We always tossed crushed limestone on the roof and rib. It helps reflect light, so it's easier to see and it also was supposed to help keep methane from seeping out. Not sure if that's what was on the roof or if they even did that in those days.

[@michaelwalsh98]

My Grandfather and my Father were both Anthracite Coal Miners, who lived in Brynsville Pa. Near Centraila Pa. Both wound up with Black Lung, from years of mining, and slowly coughed themselves to death.

[@markeholbrook]

My great grandfather owned a mill (lumber grain etc.) and he cut mine timbers, my grandfather worked in the mines a short while, my dad was a lumberjack, he had to cut 40 trees down a day for very low pay, and his grandfather cut them into mine timbers (my g grandfather). They had a house coal mine on the farm in SE Ky. Dad will be 92 in Nov. Still going strong and has a memory like you wouldn't believe. Mine sucks...

[@theflyingstonemason6867]

When you think you have the worst job in the world take a moment to think about the guys that dug that out.

[@franz357]

So right ! And the numerous ones who died doing it !

[@pnwRC.]

🎯 100% agreed! ✔

[@raymondv2366]

Brutal work.

[@Clippy-wt1bt]

As a miner it’s really not that bad

[@ColonelClusterFunk]

And if underground wasn't bad enough, management was worse... Coal mining strikes early in the 20th century were brutal, especially if strike busters were brought in

[@theduder2617]

Limestone dust is spread onto finished sections of coal mines in an effort to minimize explosions and fire if coal dust were to be ignited. I can not prove that is the coating you found without a sample, but it is a potential source.

[@jtthill5475]

I want the light. In the '60s I lived in CA and we would search the abandoned mines in NV. All stand up solid granite walls and far in. Walk about a mile in, sit down and turn off all lights. See who had to turn on first. The dark is absolute and the quiet is also. Lots of memories. Thanks for sharing.

[@ToobTimeAdventures]

"The days of machine" I had friends in Brookvile, PA and I visited from time to time. They had a "homestead" cabin way out of town that we stayed. We used to quad as well and one day we were out and about and found an abondoned coal mine as well. BUT the ENTIRE overburden was removed for the remaining coal removal. Coal was so profitable in the 1980s it was profitable to move the entire mountain top for the remaining 3 feet of coal. The impressive part was you could look down and see what you saw but in the daylight. It looked like a maze. It was reallly profound.

[@paulthompson3877]

you guys should have a gas monitor and and more equipment with ya when you enter caves , be safe. looking at the condition of the mine with all the silt on the floor means that when it rains heavy that mine fills up with water witch will make the whole mine soft .

[@phpdreams]

I want the light. This brings back memories of exploring turn of the century zinc mines around Rush, Arkansas back when I was a LOT younger and thinner. Thankfully you could stand up in most of those. They're all sealed off now with welded gates. Back then it was just a bit of chain link fence you could go up and around. I remember in one they'd used a candle or torch to write the name and date on the ceiling of one of the miners who died. It made you really appreciate the fact that we don't have to do that kind of work.

[@buckberthod5007]

Should have brought a canary. Every coal mine needs a canary

[@garybelcher8259]

Three canaries went in...lol.

[@regsparkes6507]

Dust particle masks at the very least! I wonder Buck, how many folks know why miner's used Canaries in a mine!

[@buckberthod5007]

@@regsparkes6507 Very few now unfortunately. Those who know know. Those who don't will probably wind up suffocated in a deep cave. Id recommend a flame at the very least to check the O2 levels but if you catch a patch of methane you'll blow yourself sky high lol

[@andrewd.1113]

@@buckberthod5007 It would serve those MORONS RIGHT!

[@2H80vids]

@@regsparkes6507 It was for entertainment, wasn't it? So they could listen to birdsong as they dug. Sorry, just dawned on me that today's youth would probably *believe* that.🥴 Can't have been much fun and I suppose being short would actually be an advantage; the taller you were, the worse your back would hurt.

[@Smegacool]

The key to a long life is...tryin' not to shorten it!

[@j-man6001]

I thought that was dynamite fuse logic lol

[@jakeb7797]

“ I want the light “ I am 15 and work part time at a diesel truck repair shop. It would really come in handy. Love the Chanel! Keep up the great work.

[@mattythejoker8760]

I don’t know if you guys realize but call mines are very dangerous. you do need gas meters and oxygen sensors to go into them. You guys want to go onto rock mines you could do that all day. But coal mines are very dangerous hold gases inside. I can’t believe no one has told you that yet. Please stay out next time you might not make it!

[@brandonm4344]

I WANT THE LIGHT!!! Also I’m a coal miner as well for my full time job. Then have a dump truck & equipment on the side. When I first got started underground the place I worked was only 26” high.

[@allenfoutchmaintenancemana2152]

I spent almost 20 years working in coal mines in eastern ky. you have no idea how much danger you are in by entering a mine that old and has been sealed up for years and unsealed by erosion.

[@abbotmontypittsosb6500]

Absolutely right! WAY too dangerous!

[@NPC-mt1cz]

Theres always gotta be one of these guys in the comments...

[@johnblecker4206]

At age 12 in 1962 I spent my summer in Kulpmont Pa .a small town in Northumberland County I stayed at my grandmothers house on Pine St. behind it was a park to the rear of that park the mine vent shafts started and you had watch where you stepped next came miles of mines and mounds of slate which were cool to play in now if you walked more you would be in Ashland, PA or you could walk the other direction an be in Centralia now a ghost town because a coal mine fire has been burning beneath the borough since 1962.My grandfather and uncle were killed in the mines 1916.I was told by many locals that when the mines were open there was much prosperity in that area.

[@maxgoldstein6067]

“I want the light”. Keep exploring caves! It’s quite entertaining to see them.

[@donaldmack7213]

I worked in an underground coal mine in southwest PA for 40 years. The only thing I can say is STAY OUT! You can get killed very easily! Many dangers in there!

[@coreybabcock2023]

Agree

[@joewilliams4386]

@@coreybabcock2023 i worked in low seams of coal for over 27 years.totally agree with donald these idiots should of not entered in the first place.

[@ronmack1767]

Enjoyed the old coal mine exploring video. That was cool. That entrance looked like a great place for rattlesnakes. Glad y'all didn't stir up one. Thanks for taking us along on the trip. Y'all take care and God bless. I want the Light.

[@johno9507]

The white stuff on the roof is limestone powder that's sprinkled around to prevent explosions from coal dust and methane.

[@americanbluejacket209]

Did you notice the mostly decayed support beams? More balls than brains on this video.

[@travisloftin169]

Yeah I need one of those lights. I love going in old caves, never been in a mine. That is work I could not do. Thanks for taking us along. I want the light!

[@willb3018]

Since we are viewing this video, I guess they remembered how they got in. 🤣

[@johnnyanders5371]

I use to live in Wva and do this all the time you brought back memories

[@isaacjackson8843]

I still live in WV. There is a great cave on my grandfathers property! 20 Years ago they still had the donkey motors outside for the shuttles that would go in and out. They have cleaned it all out since then..

[@cut--]

used go into caves in Wva in highshcool 40 years ago. We'd craw through shafts we could barely fit. NO WAY i could do anything like that now.. waaay to Claustrophobic now. It's funny how when you get older you develop phobias - fear of heights , etc.

[@dailrharris9009]

@@xdem7 Blankenship,like OJ got away with murder

[@Granddad92]

You're a lot braver than me. It's hard to imagine people having to work in that kind of environment.

[@dylananderson2667]

That grey stuff is rock dust. Once a entry is mined and bolted you dust it to keep coal dust from gathering to cause explosions.

[@gregbrown4962]

Hats off to the miners that broke their backs in that mine and any other mine as well. That was a little too claustrophobic for me,especially being over 6 ft. tall. Thanks for a different kind of video and I'd like a chance at that light.

[@jaywest4102]

Absolutely no way ever! Claustrophobia is real

[@cut--]

so true ! I couldn't do most of things i did when I was their age. Enjoy it while you can !

[@caulktel]

jay west after being a MRI machine I could never go in a mine.

[@cut--]

@@caulktel the new "open mri" aren't bad but the ones from years ago when you face is literally right up the machine and it's making those cranking sounds like an old steam train.. horrible torture device!

[@y4nnickschmitt]

Its not that tight were they are. But the thought of all that weight being held up by those fragile rotted out timbers would 100% stop me from going in there. Just not worth it..

[@cut--]

@@y4nnickschmitt kind of true.. but that coal mine is probably 100-150 years old and it looks fairly stable.. Like i said if I were in my 20' 30's I wouldn't think twice.. but when you get older those challenges "just not worth it"

[@dannywilson8021]

worked 25 years underground you notice the top and ribs was not cut they used dynamite to blast the coal then use troll car to haul coal out most entries are 20' wide they left 40' pillar for support

[@gordonjackson9955]

You came across a haulage with tracks. What if you head outside in the general direction of where that might come out? Possible alternate way in and more interesting exploring. And likely taller allowing you to stand up.

[@KieraCameron514]

I am guessing the white is limestone powder applied to control coal dust. Limestone is hygroscopic. So, it absorbs water, keeping the dust down.

[@reabinc]

"I want the light" from 'up north' in Pittsburgh. Haven't found any of those myself, but I love looking at the maps from the Penn State Mine Map Atlas

[@garyfeltus9801]

Well that was fun. Scary as all get out.. I was working in Montana. Putin in a water.line to a camp ground. I fond am old gold mine. Had to dig it out. Long story short we went still old mine carts in there. Then a car went by on the road. Timbers made some noise we came out in a hurry.

[@VK2FVAX]

URBEX diesel creek style. The head version would probably be excellent come friday night date-night.

[@andrewc9790]

Streamlight is better. Olights are cool but Streamlights are far more practical and durable. Check out the Microstream usb and coming soon the Wedge. You won't be disappointed.

[@davidhall8874]

In WV we call those Punch Mines. They are where the locals used to get their coal. You would find an exposed coal seam and just "punch" your way back into it to remove the coal.

[@dustinsizemore8028]

In E KY we call em "coal banks" but you're exactly right sir!

[@shawnsnow841]

I want the light! Would like to try o-light and see how they work in the IT/low voltage cabling field.

[@stuartandrews4344]

Coal mines are dangerous places,one place I will not explore, many old mines,may have build up of fire damp, methane,& several other gases, all are silent killers either breathing it in, or through combustion/explosion.

[@mdouglaswray]

I really like this opening clip! I know it's been up for a while, but wanted to say again, WELL DONE

[@mrtowmonster]

If one of those big slabs of rock fell from the ceiling and hit the ground when you were in there how long would it of taken you to get out of there and not to mention how long would it of taken to clean out your underware as well oh did you go to Carlile for the swap meet

[@milleb17020]

When you showed the petrified wood, brought back memory of old Brady bunch episode of Hawaii. lol

[@Carolb66]

OMG, i love that you take an interest in coal mines , but you need to carry & wear more safety equipment. Helmets, good torches, gas detectors, ropes etc. Mines are extremely dangerous they can flood , have false floors, very very deep shafts, release toxic gasses & prone to collapses im sure you must know this so please stay safe. 🥰🙏👍❤ from a coal mining area UK.🇬🇧🇺🇸

[@dennymarreesr6187]

“I want the light” . Another great video! Keep up the great work!

[@TheRetr0Gamer414]

"I want the light." The exploring was really fun to watch!

[@kentuckycowboy2]

That's some big coal to, our elders here worked in coal as low as 28 inches tall many of our family, friends and neighbors dying in them.

[@DieselCreek]

yes ive heard lots of stories of working the low coal!

[@toosavvy3504]

'Take' only pictures.. 'Leave' only footprints.. Stay safe, guys ;

[@k4sbb829]

The silver stuff is probably rock dust residue the timbers are called stulls stopes go up in the ore body winzes go down in the ore body

[@_sinisterglance_3386]

In Richmond Virginia it used to be a huge coal city and about 15 years ago on a job site I had to take a excavator and big steal I beams to pack 6 vertical mine shafts and truck after truck of cement to top it off so the property could be developed. On another part of town here a train that was hauling dirt and tunnel collapsed and killed 5 people still with the train and has never been unearthed because of fear of a major cave in.

[@NORTHSTARLOGISTICSLLC]

Throw a flare inside to check for dangerous gases. Helps with light and animals also.

[@cooldog60]

My dad started working in coal mine in Pennsylvania in 1921. They used carbide lamps for light.

[@DieselCreek]

Ya I’ve got a few of those!

[@rontucker1086]

I want the light. That was an exciting trip. I love your random content. You just never know what your next video will be.

[@dennishyde2637]

Matt: Don’t pay any attention to all the “I wants” below. They are not serious. However, I am. So gimmeee da lite!

[@georgiokarathanasopoulos4932]

I like your videos your a very good if not an export at fixing everything you put your mind to ... excellent and professional machenic... God bless and your family ... devoted fan and supporter of your videos !!

[@danielwatford7522]

Thanks for taking us with you. You probably won't be able to get in it in a few years. I would like that light. Thanks again

[@trevorb7645]

Good lord..I got a back ache just watchin you boys

[@DieselCreek]

Me being tall I had a pretty good one as well

[@brandonknapp8046]

I wonder if the old ore cart is all the way in the back on a small patch of rail, or if it was sold off when the mine closed. Whoever owned it left rail at the front, so it seems they had a notion they might come back and empty that seam.

[@koolkar55]

That's different. I wonder could you find out a bit of history on it? It must have been a pretty big mine in it's day. Was there any machinery left around? You have bigger nuggets than me to go in there but at least you had some company. Was this just in the woods or on your farm?

[@trevorwenzel2428]

The white on the roof is lime dust it was to reduce the chance of fires and explosions.

[@user-os2es4es9y]

Coal mines and gold or silver are different. There is always going to be flooding in coal mines at some point and the the other out west. But not like a coal mine. And that white stuff is minerals and mold so don’t touch it or breathe it.

[@trentarbeau8753]

I WANT THE LIGHT , that was a great video, enjoy seeing stuff like that from time to time.

[@dennishyde2637]

I had a different picture in mind of a coal mine can’t imagine crawling around on my knees mining coal.

[@tylerw.9305]

I WANT THE LIGHT! One of my favorite channels to watch! Always look forward to your vids, keep it up!

[@rebelcat420]

I want the light! Who wouldn’t! Definitely different than your normal videos, but cool to see the inside of that old mine!

[@marcryvon]

You boys are crazy to go in there ! With all those rotted posts, the ceiling could fall anytime.

[@DieselCreek]

i think of it as its been there this long and hasnt moved, what are the odds it goes the tiny segment of time were in there.

[@FQP-7024]

Can't wait till he finds a old mining driller and gets back here

[@JayV27]

I've been considering finding some of the coal mines in Southern Illinois. Is it worth it? Is it really as dangerous as people say?

[@RC-mo8tl]

Yes, it really is that dangerous. Coal mines can have lots of different gasses that can kill you, theres also a lot of dampness and organic material that can use up the oxygen when it rots.

[@royjohnson8830]

@@RC-mo8tl The coal itself oxidizes when exposed and uses up the oxygen. This is not a cave. Dangerous as hell.

[@RC-mo8tl]

@@royjohnson8830 that it does. I spent 8 years working underground, there's many ways to get hurt or killed. I'd recommend never exploring abandoned works, especially not without proper equipment and the experience to back it up.

[@royjohnson8830]

@@RC-mo8tl Scary reading the comments on here. I've been a miner for 45 years and know better. Anyone reading this needs to google Stay Out Stay Alive by the Mine Safety and Health Administration and watch the video. It's made by the Dept. that has to go and retrieve the bodies and inform the families after these excursions go wrong.

[@williamkn621]

I want the light. My girlfriend is claustrophobic but she survived the video. We love watching your videos, construction and equipment

[@73honda350]

The silver sheen on the rock is likely calcium being leached out of the rock by moisture. The very earliest stage of how stalactites form.

[@dennishyde2637]

I want the light. I’m not kidding. Lol. Enjoy all of your videos.

[@davekorn6516]

I want the light! What part of PA is this? I grew up and still live in the coal region we are always out exploring mines and stripping pits

[@shawncockrell6007]

That's where the Chupacabra lives !

[@tmar23]

The white stuff on the roof might be the remains of rock dusting but I don't see any on the ribs and they didn't start rock dusting till the late 60's. It might just be dissolved calcium from limestone.

[@jamesdunbar9095]

Worked in the coal mines and I love it wish I could go back sometimes

[@606hillbillyracer3]

That white stuff is called rock dust. I'd like to have a $1 for every bag I scattered. I loved working underground.

[@dans_Learning_Curve]

*I WANT THE LIGHT!* *PLEASE* 😏 Thanks for the video! It was fun exploring the mine!

[@MrBredbar]

I've been down a mine just like that one, I wore vaders though lol. I want the light!

[@mp3625]

Always fun to explore!!

[@danr1920]

I would never go in a coal mine without a methane and other gasses detector. We had them for confined spaces at the breakfast cereal factory I worked at.

[@jackturner3005]

I want the light!! Neat video, like old caves and abandoned mines.

[@Christidj22]

I want the light. That cave is amazing for so many reasons.

[@chrisbishop953]

"I want the light" really cool video

[@janeames1513]

hi Matt..that is a cool old mine..i grew up near a salt mine and we'd explore the ones that were inactive...and i want that light..or i need that light actually..my little light got corrosion in it and it died

[@cameronchrestman46]

Dang it this kicked in the claustrophobia now I don't have any fingernails left lol

[@jerryglascock1194]

You should check out exploring abandoned mines with a guy named Frank is from British Columbia

[@ronbuckner8179]

Fun times for a 12 year old, I'm not 12.. But I still WANT THE LIGHT!

[@Berks101]

I want the light! I thought this was a fun change of pace, thank you!

[@1995jug]

Very cool for you guts think i will pass myself, i need one of them lights.

[@TheMechanicDave]

Awesome video!! I want the light

[@ajossy]

That was fun! Definitely a bit different than your normal videos. And I want the light Thanks!

[@justinlee9076]

I want the light. Awesome video. Keep up the good work

[@constructionduru5195]

I want the light! What area of Pa are you in DieselCreek? Im between Wilkes-Barre and Scranton and we have stuff like that all over. Thanks for the video

[@achamber765]

I want the light. Nice departure from your usual videos, but can't wait to see more about the church.

[@cyrilhudak4568]

Are you east or west of the Monongahela. All of western PA has mines like that.

[@shawnwat5536]

I want the light. freaks out my Claustrophobia just watching