Topic - Jason Mikesell

The 12 adults who were trapped about 1,000 feet (305 meters) below ground had access to water and used radios to communicate with authorities, who told them there was an elevator issue, Mikesell said.

1 person dead, 12 rescued after elevator malfunctions at Colorado gold mine tourist site →

Sheriff Mikesell said authorities were investigating the malfunction but didn't yet know the cause.

Tour group trapped underground in Molly Kathleen Mine in Cripple Creek, Colorado →