China coal mine gas explosion death toll rises to 82, rescue efforts continue

By The Hindu

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At least 82 people were killed in a gas explosion at the Liushenyu coal mine in Qinyuan County in China’s Shanxi Province, according to state-run media reports. The blast occurred on Friday evening, while rescue operations are still underway with several miners reportedly trapped underground. Xi Jinping ordered an all-out rescue effort and directed authorities to provide treatment to the injured. He also called for a thorough investigation into the cause of the accident and stressed strict accountability for those responsible. Chinese authorities have been instructed to strengthen workplace safety measures and disaster preparedness as the country enters its flood season. Vice Premier Zhang Guoqing reached the accident site to supervise rescue and relief operations. #China #CoalMine #Explosion #MiningAccident #RescueOperation #IndustrialSafety #BreakingNews #MineBlast #EmergencyResponse #AsiaNews #TheHindu #BreakingNews #TopStories #NewsUpdate #IndiaNews#CurrentAffairs #TheHinduExplai

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