At least 25 people have been killed in a fire at a coal mining company building in China’s northwestern Shaanxi province, Chinese state media reported.
According to reports on Thursday, more than sixty people were brought to safety during the rescue efforts, most of whom were taken to hospital. According to authorities, the fire is now under control. However, rescue efforts are still ongoing.
The exact cause of the fire was initially unclear. Chinese state media reported that the fire broke out in the early morning hours on the second floor of a five-story building in the city of Lüliang. According to authorities, the exact number of victims is still being determined.
Dangerous working conditions
Working conditions in Chinese mining are considered extremely dangerous. According to official figures, 518 accidents occurred in mines last year. The world’s second largest economy is a major coal producer worldwide.
Source: Krone
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