northern Ontario have returned to the surface safe, the company that owns the mine said Wednesday.Vale said the rescue operation at Totten Mine near Sudbury, Ont., is complete.“I’d like to congratulate our rescue team,” said Vale CEO Eduardo Bartolomeo in a statement.“Bringing our 39 employees home safe and healthy was our top priority and we’re glad that our emergency plans and procedures worked to deliver that outcome.
All the employees are safe now and deserve our deep respect for their perseverance and strong will.” 35 of 39 workers rescued as recovery efforts continue at Sudbury, Ont.