Chile Copper Mine: One Dead, Five Trapped
A tragic incident unfolded at the El Teniente copper mine in Rancagua, Chile, operated by Codelco.
Details of the Incident
A cave-in resulted in the death of one miner and left five others trapped underground. Rescue teams are working to reach the trapped workers.
Immediate Response
Codelco has suspended operations at the mine. Relatives of the missing workers are at the mine offices, awaiting updates.
Timeline
The accident occurred on Saturday, August 2, 2025.