China lowers death toll in Shanxi coal mine disaster to 82
- Posted on May 24, 2026
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China lowers death toll in Shanxi coal mine disaster to 82
A devastating gas explosion at the Liushenyu coal mine in China's Shanxi province has claimed 82 lives. This incident marks the nation's deadliest mining accident in 17 years. Officials revised the death toll after initial reports. The government has ordered an investigation and stressed the need for greater safety in production.