Mine Report Faults Massey, Federal Regulators

by Howard Berkes, NPR

There's little reaction so far from coal mine owner Massey Energy following a scathing report about last year's deadly explosion in one of its West Virginia mines. Twenty-nine workers died at the Upper Big Branch mine. Independent investigators say both the company and federal regulators share blame.

Broadcast Dates

• Morning Edition, May 20, 2011