At least 13 workers have been killed in a landslide at an unlicensed gold mine in Colombia, with four members of an indigenous family reported among the dead.
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Key facts
- At least 13 workers were killed in the landslide.
- The incident occurred at a gold mine in Colombia.
- The BBC reports the mine was unlicensed.
- Four members of an indigenous family are among the dead, according to witnesses.
At least 13 workers have been killed in a landslide at a gold mine in Colombia, according to the BBC.
The mine was unlicensed, the BBC reported. Details on the exact location and circumstances of the landslide were not provided in the available reporting.
Among those killed were four members of an indigenous family, according to witnesses cited by the BBC.
The available sources do not specify the total number of people who were working at the mine at the time of the collapse, nor whether any workers survived or were injured.
No information was provided about rescue efforts, the response from local or national authorities, or the timeline of events surrounding the disaster.
As reporting on the incident develops, further details about the victims and the conditions at the mine may emerge.
Why it matters
Unlicensed mining operations can expose workers to serious safety hazards, and landslides at such sites can result in significant loss of life. The reported deaths of members of an indigenous family highlight the human toll of the disaster.
Frequently asked questions
How many people died in the Colombian gold mine landslide?
According to the BBC, at least 13 workers were killed in the landslide.
Was the mine licensed?
The BBC reports that the gold mine was unlicensed.
Who were among the victims?
Witnesses said four members of an indigenous family were among those killed, according to the BBC.
Timeline
- Landslide at unlicensed Colombian gold mine kills 13
BBC World: Four members of an indigenous family are among the dead, witnesses said.
- At least 13 workers killed in landslide at Colombian gold mine
BBC World: Four members of an indigenous family are among the dead, witnesses said.