At least five people were killed and one other injured following a collapse at an illegal mining operation in southwest China's Yunnan province on Sunday, according to state-run Xinhua news agency as reported by the Associated Press.
Incident Details
The collapse occurred at approximately 4:30 a.m. local time in Baiwu village, located in Huize County. Authorities have not specified the type of mine involved in the incident.
Six individuals were trapped beneath the debris after the collapse. Rescue teams successfully recovered all six from the site and transported them to a hospital. However, five of them later died from their injuries. The sole survivor is reported to be in stable condition.
Investigation Underway
Authorities have launched an investigation to determine the cause of the collapse. Further details are expected as the inquiry progresses.
This incident comes just over a week after a coal mine explosion in northern China's Shanxi province killed at least 82 people. Local officials stated that the operator of that mine was involved in serious violations of the law.
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