Liushenyu Coal Mine
Coverage of Liushenyu Coal Mine in the Nexus archive.
- Chinese safety official investigated over Liushenyu Coal Mine blast that killed 82
A high-ranking workplace safety official in Shanxi province, Zhang Heping, is under investigation for alleged serious violations of discipline and law linked to a coal mine explosion that killed 82 people. The provincial anti-corruption watchdog cited his role in the Liushenyu Coal Mine blast.
- China Mine Collapse Kills Five, Days After Deadly Shanxi Blast
A gas explosion at the Liushenyu coal mine in Shanxi Province killed 82 people and left two missing. Rescuers are still searching for the two unaccounted individuals following the May 24, 2026, incident.
- Translations: On the Coal Mine Explosion in Liushenyu, Shanxi, That Killed 82 Miners and Injured 128
A May 22 gas explosion at Liushenyu coal mine in Shanxi province killed 82 miners and injured 128. Investigations revealed concealed tunnels, falsified data, and unregistered miners lacking safety equipment as contributing factors, alongside initial underreporting of the death toll and public anger over safety violations.
- Chinese Coal Disaster to Ripple Through Steel, Power, Chemicals
A coal mine disaster in China's Shanxi Province is expected to impact the steel, power, and chemicals industries, with emergency measures being implemented at the Liushenyu coal mine. The incident has drawn attention due to its potential economic repercussions.
- China Coal-Mine Blast Exposes Limits of National Safety Drive
A coal-mine blast at the Liushenyu coal mine in Changzhi, Shanxi province, on May 23 has highlighted the limitations of China's national safety drive. Rescuers are responding to the incident, which underscores ongoing challenges in mine safety despite regulatory efforts.
- Shanxi mine disaster casts shadow over province’s shift from coal to culture
Shanxi, China’s top coal-producing province, faced a deadly gas explosion at the Liushenyu Coal Mine, killing at least 82 people. The disaster, attributed to systemic safety failures, undermines the province’s efforts to rebrand from a coal-centric, high-risk mining hub to a cultural and tourist destination.
- China Coking Coal Prices Extend Gains After Shanxi Mine Disaster
China's coking coal prices continued to rise following a mine disaster in Shanxi province. The incident at the Liushenyu coal mine highlighted safety concerns in the region's coal industry.
- Are systemic safety failures to blame for China’s deadly mine blast?
A gas explosion at the Liushenyu Coal Mine in Shanxi province, China, killed at least 82 people and left 128 injured, marking the country’s deadliest mining disaster in over a decade. Miners and industry insiders attributed the incident to systemic safety failures across the production chain.
- At least 82 killed after massive gas explosion rips through coal mine in China
A massive gas explosion at the Liushenyu coal mine in Shanxi province, China, killed at least 82 people, hospitalized over 120, and left two missing. Investigations revealed 'serious violations' by the mine operator, Shanxi Tongzhou Coal & Coke Group, prompting heightened safety inspections and coking coal price surges.
- Authorities investigate safety lapses after China coal mine blast kills at least 82
A coal mine explosion in Shanxi Province, China, killed at least 82 people, prompting authorities to investigate safety lapses. The incident occurred at the Liushenyu coal mine in Qinyuan county, with rescue operations ongoing as of May 23, 2026.
- Authorities investigate safety lapses after China coal mine blast kills at least 82
An explosion at the Liushenyu coal mine in Qinyuan County, China, killed at least 82 people. Rescue workers are responding to the incident as authorities investigate potential safety lapses.
- Rescuers race to find survivors after deadly Chinese coal mine blast
A deadly gas explosion occurred at the Liushenyu coal mine in Shanxi province, prompting Chinese President Xi Jinping to demand a thorough investigation and accountability.
- China Coal Mine Blast Tests Limits of Xi’s Energy Security Push
A coal mine blast at Liushenyu in China has raised concerns about the safety and sustainability of Xi Jinping's energy security initiatives. Rescuers are responding to the incident, highlighting the challenges of balancing energy production with worker safety.
- China coal mine blast kills at least 90, leaves nine missing
A gas explosion at the Liushenyu coal mine in Shanxi province, China, killed at least 90 workers and left nine missing. The incident highlights safety concerns in the region's coal mining industry.
- Coal mine gas explosion in China kills 82 people, state media say
A gas explosion at the Liushenyu coal mine in Shanxi Province, China, killed 82 people and trapped 247 workers. President Xi Jinping has ordered rescue efforts and an investigation into the incident's cause.
- Gas explosion at coal mine in China kills 82 people, state media reports
A gas explosion at the Liushenyu coal mine in Changzhi city, China, killed 82 people and trapped 247 workers underground on Friday evening, according to state media reports.
- Xi Urges Chinese Authorities to Curb Accidents After Mine Blast
Chinese President Xi Jinping has called on authorities to reduce accidents following a mine blast at the Liushenyu coal mine in Changzhi, Shanxi province. The incident occurred on May 23, with rescue efforts underway at the site.
- 4 dead, 90 trapped in coal mine accident in northern China: State media
Four people are dead and 90 trapped after a coal mine accident at Liushenyu coal mine in Changzhi City, northern China, as reported by Xinhua on Friday night local time.