noun
- a combustible gas, chiefly methane, that occurs naturally in coal mines and can cause explosions
Usage: mining
Examples
- The miners were evacuated when dangerous levels of firedamp were detected.
- Proper ventilation systems help prevent firedamp accumulation in coal mines.
- The explosion was caused by firedamp igniting from a spark.
- Safety equipment can detect firedamp before it reaches hazardous concentrations.
- Historical mining disasters were often attributed to firedamp explosions.
- Modern mines use gas monitoring systems to track firedamp levels continuously.