Mining Accident in Pioneer Gold Mine, Russia
13 miners trapped in Pioneer gold mine in far Eastern Russia after a rockfall, rescuers working to save them, no contact made with miners yet, situation remains difficult
Key Points
- 13 miners trapped underground after a rockfall in Pioneer gold mine in far Eastern Russia
- Rescuers working to drill down through several hundred feet of rock to save trapped miners
- Russian President Vladimir Putin aware of situation and instructed to take all necessary measures
Cons
- Miners trapped underground for nearly two days
- No contact made with miners since the collapse
- Difficult situation with large rubble blocking access to miners