The Peruvian government said a fire at a gold mine in Arequipa left at least 27 people dead. The Yanaquihua mining company said 175 workers were safely evacuated.
At least one person died Wednesday in the Peruvian department of Puno after new scuffles between anti-government protesters and the police. Protests continued into Thursday. killed at least 27 people, authorities reported on Sunday.
Preliminary information suggests a short circuit set off an explosion late Friday or early Saturday at the SERMIGOLD mine in Arequipa's Yanaquihua district, local outlets reported. It took place approximately 330 feet below the surface.trapped the miners inside. Its official cause remains under investigation.
"During the investigation, the Prosecutor’s Office will determine the cause of the tragic event and the responsibilities of those involved," the Public Ministry of Arequipa’s Fiscal District said.The Yanaquihua mining company, which operates in the mine, said 175 workers were safely evacuated, but 27 contractors were dead.
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