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A landslide triggered the collapse of a jade mine in Hpakant, Myanmar, resulting in six confirmed deaths and presumed dozens more.
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April 2019 Hpakant jade mine collapse
Fatal incident in Kachin State, Myanmar
On 22 April 2019, a landslide triggered the collapse of a jade mine near Maw Wun Kalay, Hpakant, Kachin State, Myanmar, trapping at least 54 miners. The deaths of four miners were confirmed, along with the later deaths of two rescue workers. The remaining miners were presumed to…Source: Wikipedia (CC BY-SA)
Hpakant
Town in Kachin State, Myanmar
Hpakant is a town in Hpakant Township, Kachin State in the northernmost part of Myanmar (Burma). It is located on the Uyu River 350 kilometres (220 mi) north of Mandalay. It is famous for its jade mines which produce gem-quality jadeite.Source: Wikipedia (CC BY-SA)