High Cyanide Levels Detected in Yukon Mine Groundwater
The Yukon government reports ongoing contamination at Eagle Gold mine following a containment failure in June.
- Groundwater tests at Eagle Gold mine show elevated levels of cyanide and various metals, including cobalt and mercury.
- The Yukon government is implementing protective measures, including groundwater interception wells and a safety berm.
- The mine's containment facility failure in June released millions of tonnes of cyanide-contaminated rock.
- Victoria Gold, the mine owner, is in receivership, complicating remediation efforts.
- Authorities maintain communication with the First Nation of Na-Cho Nyak Dun, confirming no heightened health risk from mercury in Haggart Creek.