On the evening of August 21st, a coal mine accident occurred in Fujian Province. According to official sources, the incident resulted in the death of 7 people, with 1 person injured.
According to a report by China Central Television (CCTV) on August 22nd, the government office of Datian County, Fujian Province, received a report from Guangfeng Mining Co., Ltd. around 23:00 on the 21st that there were workers missing underground in the mine shaft.
By 4:10 am on the 22nd, one injured person managed to escape on their own, and all 7 trapped individuals were brought to the surface. After examination by medical personnel on-site, it was confirmed that there were no signs of life.
However, official reports did not specify the cause of the accident, only mentioning that emergency rescue operations at the scene had concluded, and further investigation into the incident is ongoing.
According to comments left by netizens in the video section, Guangfeng Mining Co., Ltd. in Datian is a state-owned enterprise located near Fengzhuang Village in Guangping. The accident was reportedly caused by gas, with two of the victims believed to be a father and son.
Public records show that Guangfeng Mining Co., Ltd. in Datian County, Fujian Province, is primarily engaged in coal mining and washing operations. The company’s current operational status is listed as ongoing, with a registered capital of 133.29 million RMB.
In recent days, mainland China has seen a series of accidents resulting in casualties.
Around 3 am on August 22nd, a construction rope on the Jiaozha Yellow River Bridge on the Qinghai section of the Chuanqing Railway snapped, leading to the deaths of 7 people and 9 individuals going missing.
Netizens expressed dismay, “So heartbreaking, just learned about the 7 deaths and 9 missing in the Jiaozha Bridge accident, now hearing about these 7 deaths.” “7 individuals from 7 families losing their livelihoods, another tragic accident!” “The briefing feels too vague, doesn’t specify the nature or type of the accident.”
“Animals and workers are still laboring late into the night, as is the case with the Qingchuan Bridge, and accidents occurred. Late-night work accidents are most prone to mishaps.” “The choice of timing for that bridge, being connected at night, might have quality issues.” “It’s a troublesome autumn.”
Previously reported:
Multiple casualties as ropes snap on Jiaozha Yellow River Bridge on Chuanqing Railway
Section of Jiaozha Yellow River Bridge collapses into the river, residents startled by the loud noise.