Rescuers race to find survivors after a deadly Chinese coal mine blast kills at least 82
Rescuers are searching for survivors after a coal mine explosion in northern China killed at least 82 people. The incident, which occurred at the Liushenyu coal mine, has prompted calls for a thorough investigation and accountability from Chinese President Xi Jinping. Local officials reported that the mine had violated safety laws, complicating rescue efforts.
- ▪At least 82 people have died due to the coal mine explosion in Qinyuan county, Shanxi province.
- ▪Two miners are still missing, and dozens have been hospitalized following the incident.
- ▪Chinese authorities have announced a comprehensive inspection of the coal mining sector in response to the accident.
Opening excerpt (first ~120 words) tap to expand
ABC NewsLiveVideoShowsGood Morning AmericaShopGMAInterest Successfully AddedWe'll notify you here with news aboutTurn on desktop notifications for breaking stories about interest? OffOnStream onRescuers race to find survivors after a deadly Chinese coal mine blast kills at least 82Rescuers in northern China are searching for survivors after a coal mine explosion killed at least 82 peopleByE. EDUARDO CASTILLO Associated PressMay 24, 2026, 1:46 AM1:12Police officers at a checkpoint stop cars at the entrance to the Liushenyu coal mine facility in Qinyuan county in Changzhi, northern China's Shanxi province on Sunday, May 24, 2026. (AP Photo/E.
…
Excerpt limited to ~120 words for fair-use compliance. The full article is at ABC News — International.
Discussion
0 commentsMore from ABC News — International
