Gas Explosion at Shanxi Coal Mine Results in 90 Fatalities, Raises Safety Concerns
A devastating gas explosion at the Liushenyu coal mine in Shanxi province, China, has resulted in at least 90 fatalities and over 120 injuries. The incident occurred on May 22, 2026, while approximately 247 workers were underground. Initially, local authorities reported eight deaths and 38 workers trapped, but the numbers have since increased significantly. The mine, operated by Shanxi Tongzhou Group Liushenyu Coal Industry, was previously identified as disaster-prone due to high gas content. Rescue operations are ongoing, and the cause of the explosion is under investigation. A person in charge of the mining company has been taken into custody. 
