Methane Explosion in Iran Coal Mine Kills 30, Injures 17, 24 Missing

Sep 22, 2024, 05:28 AM

A methane gas explosion at a coal mine in Tabas, South Khorasan Province, Iran, has resulted in the deaths of at least 30 miners, according to Iranian state media. The incident, which occurred in blocks B and C of the mine run by the Madanjoo company, has also left 17 miners injured and over 30 miners trapped underground. Additionally, 24 more miners are missing. Initial reports indicated a lower death toll, but the numbers have since risen as rescue operations continue. The explosion was caused by a methane leak, leading to a significant blast that has drawn attention to the safety conditions in the mining sector in Iran.