Collapse Structures in Jharia Coalfield Intensify Mining Hazards and Emissions
Recent research highlights the severe environmental and operational hazards posed by collapse structures in the Jharia coalfield, India. These structures act as high-temperature gas vents, exacerbating greenhouse gas emissions and subsidence risks. The study, published in Communications Earth & Environment, details the formation of these structures due to underground coal fires, which have persisted for over a century. The fires cause significant morphological changes, including ground deformation and the formation of glassy breccias. The research emphasizes the need for updated monitoring and mitigation strategies to address these hazards. 
