21 Dec 2018 | 03:05 AM UTC
Czech Republic: At least five killed in Karviná mine explosion December 20
Methane explosion leaves at least five dead and eight others missing in coal mine in Karviná district December 20; rescue operations ongoing
Event
A methane explosion left at least five people dead and eight others missing in a coal mine in Karviná district on Thursday, December 20. The explosion was reported after 17:00 (local time) and took place some 800 m (2600 ft) below the surface. Rescue operations were ongoing as of Thursday evening.
Advice
Individuals in Karviná district are advised to monitor developments to the situation.
