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Tunnel Collapse in Calaveras County Leaves One Dead

16 April 2026 02:22

A tunnel collapse in Calaveras County has turned fatal. The incident occurred on Tuesday afternoon.

Emergency crews, including the Modesto Fire Department, responded around 3:42 p.m. One person was confirmed dead at the scene.

Authorities are investigating the cause of the collapse, which serves as a sobering reminder of workplace safety risks in construction and mining operations.

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