Overview
- The collapse at the Vega de Rengos mine in Cangas del Narcea occurred around 16:45 during a shift change, killing workers Óscar Díaz, 32, and Alison Soares, 42.
- A third miner survived by centimeters and used a radio to raise the alarm, prompting activation of emergency protocols and the Hunosa mining rescue brigade.
- A technical report from Tyc Narcea’s topographer, geologist and mine director attributes the event to a localized, unforeseen geological failure.
- The Área de Personas de la Unidad Orgánica de la Policía Judicial, under the Tribunal de Instancia de Cangas del Narcea, has taken charge of the formal investigation.
- Officials say permits and checks were in order, including an unannounced inspection that found the ramp compliant, as locals express shock and question safety.