Coal mine explosion in China kills 90 people, state media say
A gas explosion at a coal mine in Shanxi province, China, has resulted in the deaths of at least 90 people. The incident occurred on Friday evening, with around 247 workers present at the time. Rescue efforts are ongoing, and an investigation into the cause of the explosion has been initiated.
- ▪The explosion took place at the Liushenyu coal mine in Changzhi city.
- ▪Nine miners remain unaccounted for, and over 120 individuals have been hospitalized due to injuries.
- ▪Chinese President Xi Jinping has called for a thorough investigation and accountability for those responsible.
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World Coal mine explosion in China kills 90 people, state media say May 23, 2026 / 6:15 AM EDT / AP Add CBS News on Google A gas explosion at a coal mine in China's northern Shanxi province killed at least 90 people, state media said on Saturday, in the country's deadliest mining accident in recent years.Official news agency Xinhua said the accident at Changzhi city's Liushenyu coal mine happened on Friday evening. Around 247 workers were on duty at the time.Nine miners were still unaccounted for as of Saturday afternoon, Xinhua said, and more than 120 people were hospitalized.The cause of the explosion was under investigation, Xinhua reported, and rescue work is pressing on with hundreds of rescuers and medical personnel sent to the site.
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