Tragedy strikes as six students die in Chinese mine visit
A tragedy occurred in Inner Mongolia as six students from a university in China drowned in a flotation tank while visiting a mine. The incident happened when a grid plate they were standing on collapsed, causing them to fall into the tank. Despite rescue efforts, all six students were confirmed to have drowned. One teacher was also injured during the mishap. Flotation tanks are used in the process of separating mineral particles. According to Richard Williams, an expert in mineral engineering, falling into the tank can lead individuals to come into contact with hazardous materials. Although such accidents are rare, mine safety remains a global concern due to the nature of the work. The company operating the mine, Zhongjin Gold, reported a decline in stock value following the incident. The university the students were from did not respond to calls seeking comment. The mine had undertaken safety improvement projects, which were publicized on social media but have since been removed. The tragic event has sparked discussions on safety measures in mining, highlighting the ongoing challenges in ensuring worker safety in the industry.
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