Colombia illegal gold mine collapse kills 14 people
Summary
A collapse at an illegal gold mine in southwestern Colombia killed 14 people and injured seven. Rescue teams have finished their work, but some miners are still missing.Key Facts
- The accident happened in the rural Chambero area of Santa Barbara de Iscuande, Narino department.
- Local officials say 14 miners died and seven were injured.
- Around 12 to 15 miners are reported missing after the collapse.
- Santa Barbara de Iscuande is hard to reach, accessible only by boat or small plane.
- The mine is "informal," meaning it operates without official permission or safety rules.
- Informal mining is common in rural Colombia and often dangerous due to lack of safety measures.
- A similar mining accident in the same region killed 13 people in August.
- Authorities are focusing on saving lives, helping families, and managing the disaster response.
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