Migori: One killed, 12 trapped in collapsed gold mine
A mine in Nyatike, Migori county. Photo/Courtesy
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One miner lost his life
on Tuesday while five others escaped death by a whisker after a gold mine
collapsed in Kanga, Migori County.
Reports indicate that
12 other miners remain trapped within the collapsed mine.
Confirming the
incident, Migori County Medical Services Director Dr. Dan Ochiel highlighted
that the deceased died while being rushed to Rongo Sub-County Hospital while
three seriously injured survivors were referred to Migori Sub-County Hospital
for specialised treatment.
According to Rongo
Sub-County Deputy County Commissioner George Otenga, 18 people were in the mine
prior to its collapse.
He added that
the mining shaft extends 750 feet deep, making ongoing efforts to rescue the remaining
miners challenging.
The
deputy county commissioner likewise stated that the Migori County government has
mobilized personnel and resources to aid in the rescue of those still trapped
inside the mine.
The county government remains optimistic that
they will successfully reach the trapped individuals soon.
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