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Turkey: Three Workers Trapped in Collapsed Mine

Published February 16, 2026, 14:12
Turkey: Three Workers Trapped in Collapsed Mine

Three miners are trapped in a coal mine in the Zonguldak province of Turkey after a collapse of unknown cause. The collapse occurred in a mine owned by a private company, and emergency services from AFAD (Disaster and Emergency Management Authority) and the police were immediately mobilized. Rescue teams are working to free the workers, but there is currently no information about their health condition. The rescue operation is underway, with authorities focusing on the safe recovery of the trapped miners. The area has been cordoned off, and all necessary measures are being taken to prevent further accidents. The cause of the collapse remains unknown and will be thoroughly investigated after the rescue operations are completed. Local authorities have launched an investigation to determine the circumstances that led to the mine collapse. This incident highlights the risks faced by miners and the need for strict safety measures in mines. The public is anxiously following the progress of the rescue operation and hoping for a positive outcome.