Rescuers race to save Chile miners after collapse kills at least one
Summary
Rescuers in Chile are working to save four miners trapped in the El Teniente copper mine after a 4.2 magnitude earthquake caused a collapse. The body of one miner has been found, but the other four miners' condition is still unknown.Key Facts
- An earthquake with a 4.2 magnitude hit Chile two days ago, causing a mine collapse.
- The collapse happened at the El Teniente copper mine, owned by the state company Codelco.
- Rescuers found the body of one miner, but have not identified it yet.
- Four other miners remain trapped in the mine.
- Rescuers are using heavy machinery to clear blocked tunnels and try to reach the miners.
- El Teniente is the largest underground copper mine in the world, located in the Andes mountains near Santiago.
- The company has informed the families of the trapped miners about the ongoing rescue efforts.
- Rescuers aim to clear 15-20 meters of debris each day to reach the miners.
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