Morton Salt Closes Fairport Harbor, Ohio, Mine After Water Inflow

Morton Salt announced Monday that mining operations at its Fairport Harbor, Ohio, mine have stopped after a significant inflow of water was discovered on October 22.

All miners were immediately evacuated, and no injuries were reported, a company spokesperson said. The appropriate regulatory authorities were notified.

The company is working with independent experts and regulators to investigate the water intrusion, assess its impact and determine the next steps.

Surface activities will be severely limited while the mine remains closed. Morton Salt is contacting customers and vendors.