Colombia Calls for Better Mining Regulations in Wake of Tragedy [View all]

[Judi Lynn]

Colombia Calls for Better Mining Regulations in Wake of Tragedy
Published 14 May 2015 (3 hours 52 minutes ago)

The company that operates the mine is to blame for the Riosucio mining disaster that has trapped 15 people, say officials.

Colombian officials Thursday called for better mining regulations and controls in order to prevent any further tragedies, after a mine collapsed Wednesday morning, which trapped at least 15 miners underground.

The gold mine collapsed in Colombia's northwestern province of Caldas, trapping the workers inside some 10 to 17 meters below ground, where they remain.

Rescue efforts are ongoing with over 50 medics and search-and-rescue personnel trying to free the miners, but officials have warned that the men may already be dead. Firefighters at the scene say they will not be able to reach the miners until at least midday Friday.

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