At Least 90 Dead, 9 Missing After Massive Coal Mine Explosion In China
At Least 90 Dead, 9 Missing After Massive Coal Mine Explosion In China Published By, Last Updated: May 23, 2026, 12:23 IST At least 82
At Least 90 Dead, 9 Missing After Massive Coal Mine Explosion In China Published By, Last Updated: May 23, 2026, 12:23 IST At least 82 people died and nine are missing after an explosion at a coal mine in China, rescue operations continue in one of the deadliest recent mining accidents. Deadly China Coal Mine Blast Leaves 82 Killed, Several Missing At least 90 people have been killed after a gas explosion at a coal mine in northern China, according to state media reports. State news agency Xinhua said the blast took place at the Liushenyu Coal Mine operated by the Tongzhou Group in Shanxi Province.
“Reporters learned from the scene of the gas explosion at the Liushenyu Coal Mine of the Tongzhou Group in Shanxi Province that the accident has resulted in 82 deaths," Xinhua reported. Blast took place on Friday evening The explosion happened at 19:29 local time on Friday, which was 11:29 GMT. Reports said 247 workers were on duty at the mine when the incident occurred. Rescue operations are still continuing at the site as teams search for survivors and assess the situation inside the mine. The incident is being seen as one of the deadliest mining accidents in recent months.
Xi Jinping calls for full rescue efforts Following the explosion, Chinese President Xi Jinping called for all possible efforts to rescue survivors and treat the injured. He urged authorities to spare no effort in carrying out relief operations at the mine. Xi also directed the government to investigate the cause of the accident and ensure accountability for those found responsible. Officials have not yet released further details about the number of injured workers or the exact cause of the gas explosion. The rescue and investigation process is continuing in Shanxi Province as authorities respond to the deadly accident.
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