Tragedy Strikes at Codelco's El Teniente Mine: A Seismic Event Claims Lives
Codelco, a prominent Chilean copper mining company, reported a fatal incident at its El Teniente mine's Andesita project due to a seismic event. The unfortunate event resulted in one worker's death, nine injuries, and five individuals unaccounted for as of Thursday evening.
In a troubling development, Chilean copper giant Codelco confirmed the death of a worker at the Andesita project within its El Teniente mine following a seismic event that occurred around 5:30 p.m. local time.
The company revealed in a statement that five workers remain missing as search efforts continue. Additionally, nine individuals sustained injuries but are fortunately out of immediate danger.
This incident underscores the potential risks faced by workers in the mining industry, prompting calls for heightened safety measures.
(With inputs from agencies.)
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