China Coal Mine Blasts BREAKING: Over 90 Killed, 247 Missing As Deadliest Explosion Shakes Shanxi

China Coal Mine Blasts BREAKING: Over 90 Killed, 247 Missing As Deadliest Explosion Shakes Shanxi

A massive gas explosion at the Liushenyu Coal Mine in China’s Shanxi Province has killed at least 90 miners, making it the country’s deadliest mining disaster in more than a decade. The blast reportedly struck deep underground while 247 workers were inside the mine near Changzhi City. Chinese authorities say over 200 miners have been rescued, but several remain missing as emergency crews continue desperate search operations. Survivors described smoke-filled tunnels, collapsing structures, and panic during the escape attempts. President Xi Jinping has ordered an “all-out rescue effort” as China faces renewed scrutiny over mining safety and industrial disaster preparedness.

Video Published On: Saturday, May 23, 2026, 05:16 [IST]
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