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Gold mine collapses in Central African Republic, killing at least 30 miners
AP News • • world
Key Points:
- A gold mining site collapsed Tuesday morning in the Abba region of the Nana-Mambere prefecture in the Central African Republic, killing at least 30 miners and leaving others trapped.
- Rescuers and residents have been working for hours to recover bodies and search for survivors, though chances of finding more alive are diminishing.
- Injured miners are receiving medical treatment, and local authorities are calling for assistance from organizations and volunteers to aid in the rescue efforts.
- Government officials expressed sympathy for the victims' families and emphasized their commitment to providing relief and support to those affected.
- Footage from the scene shows chaotic rescue operations with miners covered in mud pulling bodies from the collapsed pit amid urgent calls for help.
