Port Griffith, Pennsylvania facts for kids
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Port Griffith, Pennsylvania
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View looking down on the southern end of the Village of Port Griffith
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 Port Griffith, Pennsylvania
Location in Pennsylvania
Port Griffith, Pennsylvania
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | Pennsylvania |
| County | Luzerne |
| Township | Jenkins |
| Elevation | 643 ft (196 m) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| ZIP code |
18640
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| Area code(s) | 570 |
| FIPS code | 42-42079 |
| GNIS feature ID | 1212505 |
Port Griffith is a small, unincorporated community. It is located in Jenkins Township, within Luzerne County, Pennsylvania. This area is part of the larger Greater Pittston region in the United States.
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Where is Port Griffith?
Port Griffith is found in the Greater Pittston Area. It sits right next to the Susquehanna River. The community is about 643 feet (196 meters) above sea level. You can find its exact spot using coordinates: 41.310914 degrees North and 75.810472 degrees West.
A Look Back in Time: The Knox Mine Disaster
A very important event in Port Griffith's history is the Knox Mine Disaster. This happened on January 22, 1959. It was a terrible cave-in at the Knox Coal Mine.
What Happened at the Mine?
During the disaster, twelve brave miners lost their lives. Sixty-nine other miners managed to escape to safety. Despite many efforts, including using divers and trying to pump water out, the bodies of the twelve miners were never found.
Impact on Mining
The Knox Mine Disaster was a huge tragedy. It led to the almost complete shutdown of the coal mining industry in Northeastern Pennsylvania. This event changed the region forever.
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