On the evening of October 14, a strong explosion thundered on one of the coal mining mines in the province of Bartin in northern Turkey, writes Anadolu.
“At about 18:15 (local time – ed.) An explosion occurred at a coal mine in AMAMAR. The reason is currently not clear. Rescue calculations were directed at the scene,” the authorities said.
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at least 87 miners were blocked due to the explosion and collapse of the rock.
“We suspect that there was an explosion of methane in the mine. There were 87 miners inside,” said Redzhai Chakir mayor of AMARA.
Doctors and rescuers work on the spot.