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"I was deeply saddened to learn that the result of the blast that occurred at the underground Pike River coal mine in New Zealand has claimed the lives of all 29 miners.
This is devastating news and our hearts and prayers go out to the families of the miners and all of the rescue teams that had worked so tirelessly."
Tomblin went on to say he's asked state officials to be in constant contact with those in New Zealand for possible assistance.
Tomblin says coal mining communities share a unique bond. He says the tragedy is also felt in West Virginia.
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