7 died, 1 missing in Sichuan coal mine accident during air shaft sealing operation; cause under investigation.

7 people died and 1 is missing in a coal mine accident in Sichuan Province, southwest China, during an air shaft sealing operation. The cause of the accident is under investigation, and local emergency management authorities are overseeing the situation. Mine safety in China has improved, but accidents still occur frequently due to lax safety protocols, especially at rudimentary sites.

August 21, 2024
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