- Three men injured in mine explosion
Three men have been injured in a mine collapse to the south of Sydney after a blast at the site.
Emergency services attended Appin West Colliery in Douglas Park about 3am on Sunday upon reports of an explosion.
The men were taken to Wollongong and Liverpool hospitals, where they remain in a stable condition.
A roof had partially collapsed in the explosion, according to reports.
The blast reportedly threw one man three metres into the air before he was buried in rubble and had to free himself.
The two other men were trapped from the waist down for 40 minutes.
Authorities are now investigating the cause of the blast.
The mine’s operator confirmed operations have been paused while the investigation is underway.
Emergency crews attended Appin West Colliery about 3am on Sunday upon reports of a blast
‘Emergency services responded promptly, and all appropriate emergency protocols were enacted,’ a spokesperson said.
‘An investigation is underway with the NSW Resources Regulator and other relevant authorities.
‘Operations have been paused until further notice.
‘At GM3, Our focus always remains on the safety of our people.’
GM3 recently acquired the Appin West site.
