The story so far
Balochistan Mine Blast
Tracked across 3 sources · Updated 5h ago
A methane explosion at a coal mine in Balochistan, Pakistan killed at least 34 miners, with several trapped. Rescue operations recovered bodies overnight, and the death toll rose from 8 to 34 over two days.
How it unfolded
23h ago
Death toll rises to 34; recovery ongoing
2d ago
Initial blast kills 8, leaves 28 missing
What happened earlier
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Full story →34 killed as methane explosion tears through coal mine in Pakistan's Balochistan
A methane gas explosion in a coal mine in Balochistan, Pakistan, killed at least 34 miners and left 10 trapped.
The blast occurred on the outskirts of Quetta, the provincial capital, and was likely caused by a buildup of methane gas, according to government mine inspector Ghani Baloch.
Balochistan's mines and minerals minister Shoaib Nosherwani announced compensation of 500,000 Pakistani rupees (about $1,800) to each deceased miner's family.
The Pakistan Central Mines Labour Federation alleged negligence and urged stricter enforcement of mining safety regulations.
Fatal accidents are common in Pakistan's coal mining industry due to inadequate ventilation, gas monitoring systems, and safety measures, especially in Balochistan.
Earlier · 1d ago
Full story →Eight miners killed, 28 missing after methane blast at coal mine in Pakistan's Balochistan
