Methane blast kills four coal miners in Vietnam
VOV.VN - When the accident happened at around 00:20, the coal miners were drilling holes at coal mine face XV5-140 No2, they said.
The victims aged 33 to 37 hail from Quang Ninh, Phu Tho, Thai Nguyen and Cao Bang provinces.
Hearing about the news, leaders of Quang Ninh fanned out to the scene to direct search and rescue work.
Around three hours after the accident, rescue workers retrieved the victims from the debris. Seven injured miners were taken to nearby hospitals for medical check-ups and treatment.
The local administration, trade union and relevant agencies provided financial assistance to the bereaved.
An investigation into the cause of the accident was launched by local officials.
