AccidentChina
China Probes Shanxi Coal Mine Gas Explosion That Killed 82
China's State Council launches a top-level probe into the Shanxi coal mine gas explosion that killed 82 and injured 128, the worst disaster in years.
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AccidentSafety
Shanxi Mine Blast Kills 82 Worst Chinese Disaster Since 2009
A gas explosion at a Shanxi coal mine has killed 82 miners, with 2 missing. Investigations reveal falsified records and systemic safety failures.
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DisastersChina
Shanxi Coal Mine Gas Explosion Kills 82, Xi Orders Rescue
A gas explosion at a coal mine in Shanxi, China has killed 82 people. President Xi and Premier Li issued directives for rescue and accountability.
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Disasters & AccidentsAsia
At Least 90 Killed in China Coal Mine Gas Explosion
At least 90 killed in a coal mine gas explosion in Shanxi, China—the deadliest mining disaster since 2009. President Xi orders investigation.
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DisastersChina
Shanxi Coal Mine Explosion Kills 82; Xi Orders Investigation
A gas explosion at a coal mine in Shanxi, China has killed 82 people. President Xi Jinping ordered an investigation as officials detained executives.
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