Archive: 1 June 2025
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Sun, 01 Jun 2025, 15:27 WIB
Quarry Collapse in Cirebon Kills 17, Prompts Calls for Mining Safety Reforms
A quarry collapse in Cirebon, West Java has resulted in at least 17 deaths, with ongoing rescue operations conducted by police, soldiers, and volunteers navigating treacherous conditions. Authorities have closed affected quarries and launched investigations attributing the disaster to unsafe mining practices and inadequate slope management. The tragedy has sparked urgent demands for stricter safety regulations and enhanced oversight of Indonesia's mining sector to prevent future incidents.