Heartbreaking news is emerging from the Chinese mainland today. Rescue teams are currently working around the clock in north China's Shanxi Province following a tragic coal mine explosion that has claimed 90 lives. 💔
The incident took place yesterday, Friday, May 22, at 7:29 p.m. at the Liushenyu coal mine, located in Qinyuan County. A sudden gas explosion ripped through the site, leaving the local community and rescue workers in a race against time to find survivors.
In response to the tragedy, President Xi Jinping has issued critical instructions, calling for an "all-out rescue" effort to locate those still missing and ensuring that the injured receive the best possible medical treatment immediately. 🚑✨
As the operation continues, our thoughts are with the families affected by this disaster. Stay tuned for more updates as we keep a close eye on the situation in Shanxi. 🙏🌍
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Live updates: Dozens killed in Shanxi mine accident, rescue underway
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