Chongqing illegal mine flood kills seven

Seven people drowned following a sudden flood in an abandoned mine located in southwestern China, near the city of Chongqing. The incident occurred at an illegal mining site in Youyang Tujia and Miao Autonomous County, situated near the administrative border with Xiushan County.

Authorities launched a search operation after receiving reports of missing persons on a Saturday. Preliminary investigations suggest that rainfall caused water levels within the closed mine to rise abruptly, leading to the deaths.

Police have detained 21 individuals in connection with the illegal mining activities. An official investigation is currently underway to clarify the circumstances of the incident.