Arabic version: انفجار منجم الفحم في الصين يودي بحياة 82 شخصًا

At least 82 people have been killed in a coal mine blast in northern China, according to state media. The explosion occurred at the Liushenyu Coal Mine of the Tongzhou Group in Shanxi Province. State news agency Xinhua reported that the accident has resulted in 82 deaths.

The blast happened at 19:29 local time on Friday, with 247 workers reportedly on duty at the time of the incident. Rescue operations at the site are ongoing.

This tragic event highlights ongoing safety concerns in China’s mining industry, which has faced scrutiny over the years due to accidents and fatalities. As rescue efforts continue, more details are expected to emerge regarding the circumstances surrounding the explosion.

According to BBC News, this breaking news story is still being updated, and further information will be provided as it becomes available.