Interest grows in mine subsidence insurance in Luzerne County [Video]

PITTSTON, LUZERNE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — With an area so rich in coal mining history, many homes in our region have mines under them that homeowners don’t even know about.

Since the recent mine subsidences in multiple parts of Luzerne County, there has been a rise of interest in insurance that covers that type of disaster.

“Unfortunately, you know, until something happens in the area we are reminded of the concern,” said Joyce Insurance Group Personal Lines Manager Lynn Berkhimer.

A mine subsidence is nothing new to northeastern and central Pennsylvania.

It occurs when the ground opens from a mine underneath.

What some homeowners aren’t aware of is there is insurance available to cover it, if it happens on your property.

Berkhimer says if your insurance doesn’t cover a subsidence, you might be left with a hefty bill.

“If you don’t take the proper steps to get the proper coverage if there’s a reason or cause for it then unfortunately …