Mercury Detected Near Yukon Mine After Containment Failure

The Yukon government reports elevated mercury levels following a cyanide-contaminated rock spill from the Eagle Gold mine.

High levels of cyanide and dissolved metals continue to be found in the groundwater near the Eagle Gold mine site.
Mercury levels exceeding water quality objectives were detected in a creek south of the mine on September 24 and 26.
The Yukon government is conducting further investigations to assess environmental impacts 480 kilometers north of Whitehorse.
The mine's owner, Victoria Gold, is currently in receivership, complicating response efforts.
An independent review into the cause of the containment failure was initiated by the Yukon government in August.