PROFEPA report confirms no contamination of soil from overflow of contingency pond at the San Jose Mine, Mexico in October 2018
PROFEPA report confirms no contamination of soil from overflow of contingency pond
at the San Jose Mine, Mexico in October 2018
Vancouver, February 14, 2019-- Fortuna Silver Mines Inc. (NYSE: FSM) (TSX: FVI) is pleased to report
that the Federal Attorney's Office for Environmental Protection (PROFEPA) has completed its
investigation into the overflow of the contingency pond at the dry stack tailings facility at the San Jose
Mine on October 8, 2018, which was caused by heavy seasonal rains (refer to Fortuna news release
dated October 11, 2018 ). PROFEPA’s final report confirms that the overflow did not contaminate soil ,
and therefore no remediation is required.
The Company awaits a final report from the Mexican National Water Commission (C ONAGUA). The
Company reiterates its commitment to safeguarding the wellbeing of the environment , local
communities and our work force.
About Fortuna Silver Mines Inc.
Fortuna is a growth oriented, precious metals producer focused on mining opportunities in Latin
America. Our primary assets are the Caylloma silver Mine in southern Peru, the San Jose silver- gold
Mine in Mexico and the Lindero gold Project, currently under construction, in Argentina. The company is
selectively pursuing acquisition opportunities throughout the Americas and in select other areas. For
more information, please visit our website at www.fortunasilver.com.
ON BEHALF OF THE BOARD
Jorge A. Ganoza
President, CEO and Director
Fortuna Silver Mines Inc.
Trading symbols: NYSE: FSM | TSX: FVI
Investor Relations:
Carlos Baca
T (Peru): +51.1.616.6060, ext. 0
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