stantonfriedman.com – On February 15, 2025, a copper mine in the Karaganda region of Kazakhstan experienced a tragic collapse. The incident occurred at a mine owned by Kazakhmys Corporation, one of the country’s largest copper producers. According to official reports, the collapse occurred at around 10:00 local time, while more than 100 workers were underground.
Rescue teams were immediately deployed to the site to evacuate the trapped workers. So far, 80 workers have been rescued, while 20 others are still missing. The rescue operation is ongoing, involving more than 200 personnel, including medical teams and mining experts.
The cause of the collapse is still under investigation. However, some sources say it was most likely caused by seismic tremors that occurred in the area hours before the incident. Authorities have temporarily closed other mining operations in the area until the investigation is complete and conditions are declared safe.
Kazakh President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev expressed his condolences to the families of the victims and ordered a thorough investigation into the incident. He also stressed the importance of improving occupational safety standards in the mining sector to prevent similar incidents in the future.
Kazakhstan is known as one of the world’s largest copper producers, with the mining industry being the backbone of the country’s economy. Incidents like this highlight the importance of implementing strict safety standards to protect workers and ensure the sustainability of the industry.