Coal mine gas explosion in China kills at least 82 people: State media
Summary
A gas explosion at a coal mine in Shanxi province, China, killed at least 82 people and trapped many more underground. Rescue efforts are ongoing, and Chinese President Xi Jinping has called for a full investigation and accountability.Key Facts
- The accident occurred at Liushenyu coal mine in Changzhi city, Shanxi province.
- The explosion happened on Friday evening, May 22, 2026.
- At least 82 people were reported dead by state media.
- Initially, only 8 deaths and 38 trapped workers were reported.
- A total of 247 miners were trapped underground after the explosion.
- The cause of the explosion is still being investigated.
- Shanxi province is China’s largest coal mining region, producing nearly a third of the country’s coal.
- President Xi Jinping ordered a full rescue effort and called for an investigation and accountability.
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