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Polish Coal Mine Accident Claims One Life, Injures 17

Tremor at Rydultowy mine leaves two miners missing as rescue operations continue

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RYBNIK, POLAND – FEBRUARY 22: A view of Chwalowice coal mine loading sector on February 22, 2021 in Rybnik, Poland. Europe’s most coal-dependent country, which relies on it to produce 70% of its power has recently adopted an energy strategy to 2040 which has been facing criticism by Miners Trade Unions and environmental activists. The “PEP 2040” pledges to obtain 23 per cent of its energy from renewable sources by 2030 and to have its first nuclear power plant in 2033. (Photo by Omar Marques/Getty Images)
Entrance to Rydultowy-Anna hard coal mine in Rydultowy, Poland
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Overview

  • A tremor struck the Rydultowy coal mine, trapping 78 miners underground.
  • One miner has died, and 17 others have been hospitalized with injuries.
  • Two miners remain unaccounted for as rescue teams navigate hazardous conditions.
  • The tremor coincided with a 3.1 magnitude earthquake in southern Poland.
  • The Rydultowy mine has a history of deadly incidents, with several fatalities in recent years.