Colombian gold miners rescued after about 18 hours trapped underground

Published: 7/18/2025
Colombian gold miners rescued after about 18 hours trapped underground
Colombian gold miners were rescued after being trapped underground for about 18 hours in a mine in the Antioquia region. The workers were stuck due to equipment failure but were successfully brought to the surface following a 12-hour rescue operation. Fortunately, all 18 miners emerged in good health, as cheers and clapping greeted their safe return. The incident also highlighted concerns about unlicensed mining operations in the area, as mentioned by the local mayor in Remedios.