Coal Mine Tragedy in China: A Familiar Pattern of Neglect and Blame Shifting A gas explosion at Liushenyu coal mine in Shanxi province has killed at least 82 people and trapped dozens more underground, highlighting the human cost of China's relentless pursuit of economic growth.
State media reports that rescue work is ongoing, but another devastating coal mining disaster cannot help but evoke a sense of déjà vu.
Shanxi province is China's main coal mining hub due to its vast reserves and favorable geology. However, this comes at the cost of miners' lives.