Historical eventMay 222026

2026 Liushenyu coal mine explosion

A gas explosion at a coal mine in Changzhi, Shanxi, China, leaves at least 82 people dead.

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Friday, May 22 20260 years ago
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Era
21st century · 2020s
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Dates: From 2026.

What came beforeAI-assisted

China's coal mining industry has a long history of safety incidents despite regulatory efforts. The Liushenyu mine operated in Changzhi, Shanxi province, a major coal-producing region in northern China.

Catalyst / how it startedAI-assisted

A gas explosion occurred at the Liushenyu coal mine on May 22, 2026. The blast killed at least 82 people, making it one of China's deadliest mining disasters in recent years.

Who was involvedAI-assisted

The explosion affected miners working at the Liushenyu coal mine in Changzhi, Shanxi province. Chinese authorities and emergency response teams were mobilized to the site following the incident.

TimelineAI-assisted

May 22, 2026: A gas explosion at the Liushenyu coal mine in Changzhi killed at least 82 people.

What happened

A gas explosion at a coal mine in Changzhi, Shanxi, China, leaves at least 82 people dead.

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May 22 2026 — 0 years ago, on a Friday.

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