Coal Mine Explosion in China

Date: May 22, 2026 • Location: Xinzhi, China

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

On 22 May 2026, a gas explosion occurred at the Liushenyu Coal Mine in Qinyuan County, Shanxi, China, killing 82 people.

This milestone marked a defining occurrence in China's and world history, leaving an indelible imprint on societal development, international relations, and cultural memory. Its enduring ramifications continue to be examined and commemorated by historians and scholars across the globe.