At least five individuals have lost their lives following a catastrophic explosion at a northern Spain mine, shedding light on safety concerns in the mining industry.
Tragic Mine Explosion Claims Lives in Northern Spain
Tragic Mine Explosion Claims Lives in Northern Spain
Devastating incident at the Cerredo mine leaves communities in mourning.
At approximately 09:30 local time on Monday, an explosion erupted at the Cerredo mine located in Degaña, Asturias, leading to the tragic deaths of five miners, all hailing from the León province. Emergency response teams quickly arrived at the scene after being alerted to a "problem with a machine." Alongside the fatalities, four others sustained injuries and were promptly transported to nearby hospitals for treatment.
The Spanish government's delegation in Asturias confirmed that the deceased ranged in age from 32 to 54. Initially, two workers were reported missing but were later found safe. Local media revealed that the mine, once a major site until its closure in 2018, had resumed operations under a permit for mineral extraction, specifically for graphite production. The mining rescue brigade even deployed canine units in the search efforts.
In the wake of the incident, President of Asturias, Adrián Barbón, declared a two-day mourning period for the region. Moreover, Spain's civil protection plans were activated at their lowest level, reflecting the localized nature of the crisis. Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez offered his condolences via social media, hoping for the swift recovery of those injured in the explosion. The ongoing investigation will seek to uncover the circumstances surrounding the blast, raising questions about mining safety protocols and practices.
