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At Least 12 Miners Trapped After Explosion at Colombia Coal Mine

A suspected gas buildup has forced rescuers to test air before any entry.

Overview

  • At least 12 miners are trapped after an explosion in a coal mine in Sutatausa, Cundinamarca, the regional governor said.
  • Fifteen workers were inside, with three escaping on their own and one now in a medical center.
  • Officials described the blast as likely caused by an accumulation of gases inside the tunnels.
  • Rescue teams have staged at the entrance to check gas levels before going underground.
  • The mine operates legally in a region known for frequent accidents linked to poor ventilation and gas buildup.