Gbomblora explosion
On 21 February 2022, a major explosion, followed by several smaller ones, occurred at a gold mine in Gbomblora, Gbomblora Department, Burkina Faso. They killed about 60 people; over 100 people were injured.
| Date | 21 February 2022 |
|---|---|
| Location | Gbomblora, Gbomblora Department, Burkina Faso |
| Type | Mining accident |
| Deaths | 60 |
| Non-fatal injuries | Over 100 |
The explosions were most likely related to the chemicals that were used to treat the gold.
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