"The mine is still producing coal and will be able to deliver to its customers, Baker said"
Obviously the mine is still producing enough coal to satisfy current contracts while development continues on that section of the mine, and that dictates results for the forth quarter. Temporary reductions in payroll and uninterrupted shipments of coal to satisfy current contracts will do nothing but improve results and make for a more profitable quarter don't you think?
Dan Baker is highly respected in the industry and knows what he is doing ... Look between the lines!
Also ... On that timetable they should have that section developed now and ready to satisfy any new contracts.
GO AWSR!!
This post is my personal opinion. I do not provide investment advice.