Explosion kills 105 Chinese miners

Chinese police were hunting for two men responsible for a coal mine in northern China where an explosion caused the deaths of 105 people in the country’s second deadliest mining accident this year, the government said today.

Explosion kills 105 Chinese miners

Chinese police were hunting for two men responsible for a coal mine in northern China where an explosion caused the deaths of 105 people in the country’s second deadliest mining accident this year, the government said today.

Investigations were opened into 35 others linked to the Hongtong mine in the northern province of Shanxi, with 21 placed in detention and two formally arrested, the State Administration of Coal Mine Safety said in a news release.

Already a subscriber? Sign in

You have reached your article limit.

Unlimited access. Half the price.

Annual €130 €65

Best value

Monthly €12€6 / month

More in this section

Cookie Policy Privacy Policy Brand Safety FAQ Help Contact Us Terms and Conditions

© Examiner Echo Group Limited