Rescuers drill a channel at the mine site on Tuesday. The workers have been trapped underground since January 10. Photo: Xinhua Rescuers drill a channel at the mine site on Tuesday. The workers have been trapped underground since January 10. Photo: Xinhua
Rescuers drill a channel at the mine site on Tuesday. The workers have been trapped underground since January 10. Photo: Xinhua
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11 Chinese gold miners rescued after two weeks underground

  • Hunt goes on for 10 people caught in blast on January 10 that happened just days after authorities claimed a victory in reducing workplace accidents and deaths
  • Authorities have detained mine managers for delayed reporting of the accident

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Jane CaiLinda Lew
Jane Cai in Beijing and Linda Lew

Updated: 11:22pm, 24 Jan, 2021

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Rescuers drill a channel at the mine site on Tuesday. The workers have been trapped underground since January 10. Photo: Xinhua Rescuers drill a channel at the mine site on Tuesday. The workers have been trapped underground since January 10. Photo: Xinhua
Rescuers drill a channel at the mine site on Tuesday. The workers have been trapped underground since January 10. Photo: Xinhua
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