Coal Mine Explosion in China: Eight Dead and Dozens Trapped in Shanxi Province
newindianexpress.comA gas explosion at the Liushenyu coal mine in Shanxi province, China, has left at least eight people dead and dozens trapped underground. Rescue operations are ongoing as authorities deal with toxic carbon monoxide levels that exceed safety limits. This incident underscores the persistent safety risks in China's coal industry. Despite rapid investments in renewable energy, China remains the world's top coal consumer and largest emitter of greenhouse gases.