Indonesia Gold Mine Tragedy: 26 Lost Lives, 19 Still Missing 😔
In a heartbreaking turn of events, landslides and flash floods have claimed the lives of at least 26 people in the mining areas of Bone Bolango regency, Gorontalo Province, Indonesia. 😢 The disaster struck on Saturday night, leaving families and communities devastated.
According to Bagus Asrama, head of the operational unit of the provincial search and rescue office, 280 miners, their families, and vendors managed to survive the catastrophe. \"Some bodies were newly found under the soil, with two excavators aiding in the search operation,\" he shared.
The search efforts have been challenging, but Friday's clear weather brought a glimmer of hope, allowing rescuers to intensify their operations. ⛑️ The landslides and flash floods were triggered by heavy downpours that hit the camps, sweeping them away and leaving destruction in their wake.
This tragic incident highlights the vulnerability of mining communities to natural disasters, especially in areas prone to heavy rainfall. Our thoughts and prayers go out to the victims and their loved ones during this difficult time. 🙏
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Indonesia gold mine landslide kills at least 26, with 19 missing
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