Eldridge says that the other teens were able to climb out, but the rope snapped before the last teen could clear the area. Never miss a story — sign up for PEOPLE's free daily newsletter to stay ...

A 16-year-old teen was saved by rescue teams on Feb. 9 ...

Using ropes, the teens rappelled approximately 40-50 feet into the mine. Eldridge says that the other teens were able to climb out, but the rope snapped before the last teen could clear the area.