Barry Nabess (Director of EHS & Training), Kevin Coumbs (Driller), Jesse Chubaty (Driller), Darien Maduke (Driller Helper), and Dwayne Ross (President) pictured in front of the helicopter taking them home — following their safe return to surface after the Red Chris Mine ground fall incident.

Smithers, B.C. — July 25, 2025 — We are relieved and grateful to confirm that all Hy‑Tech Drilling personnel involved in the incident at Red Chris Mine have been safely brought to surface. Kevin Coumbs, Darien Maduke, and Jesse Chubaty returned shortly before 10:40 p.m. PST on July 24 and are in good health and spirits. They are now receiving medical and wellness support, reunited with their families and glad to be easing back into the simple pleasures and routines of daily life. Their resilience and composure during more than 60 hours underground were extraordinary.

“Bringing our team safely back to surface was a moment of immense relief. All of us at Hy-Tech are filled with gratitude for the skill, dedication, and support shown by everyone involved“ mentioned Dwayne Ross, President of Hy-Tech Drilling. “This experience highlights the professionalism, care, and unity that define our industry at its best. Incidents like this, no matter how rare, reaffirm our highest responsibility: protecting the well-being of our people, wherever they work.“

The families of Kevin, Darien, and Jesse have expressed their deep gratitude for the care shown throughout the incident and the support they received every step of the way.

This successful rescue was made possible by a coordinated and technically complex effort led by Newmont and driven by an unwavering commitment to safety. We are deeply thankful to everyone involved with the rescue, both onsite and remote, who worked tirelessly and shoulder-to-shoulder with us.

On behalf of the entire Hy-Tech Drilling team: thank you.

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