Rescue teams in Chile are conducting operations at El Teniente mine to locate five miners trapped following a partial collapse triggered by a tremor that resulted in one fatality. Over 100 personnel are engaged in the search effort, as communications have been lost with the miners due to the closed, collapsed tunnels. The incident occurred at a depth of more than 900 metres after a 4.2 magnitude seismic event. Codelco's president affirmed that all resources are being dedicated to the rescue endeavor.
At least 100 people are involved in search operations at El Teniente mine in Rancagua after a partial collapse, which killed one miner and trapped five others.
Maximo Pacheco stated that all energy and effort are dedicated to rescuing the five trapped miners, emphasizing that their knowledge and experience will be utilized.
The collapse of the tunnels occurred after a 4.2 magnitude tremor, which is considered one of the most significant seismic events the mine has experienced in decades.
The exact location of the trapped miners is known through specialized equipment, but communication with them has not yet been established.
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