Coal mine gas explosion in China kills 82 people, leaves 247 trapped

05/23/2026

BEIJING (AP) — At least 82 people have died following a gas explosion at a coal mine in northern China’s Shanxi province, state media reported Saturday, after dozens were initially reported trapped underground. According to the official…

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