Bus carrying 4 falls under the ground at Maikain mine

A bus carrying four people fell to the stope as a rockfall occurred near the Maikainzoloto mining plant located in Bayanaul district, Pavlodar region, Kazinform News Agency reports.

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The rockfall depth is about 150 meters, the length is 150-200 meters, and the width is a half of 1 km.

The accident occurred on January 4 at 01:25 a.m. 33 workers were evacuated from the mine.

The crisis centre was established. Governor of Pavlodar region Assain Baikhanov arrived at the site.

The rescue efforts are underway. More than 40 people, 13 equipment units, and a drone are deployed to rescue the people trapped.

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