Tragic Explosion at Endeavor Mine: A Day of Mourning in Cobar

An explosion at the Endeavor mine in Australia resulted in the deaths of two workers and injured another, forcing a temporary halt in operations on Tuesday. The incident took place in the remote mining town of Cobar, located in New South Wales, northwest of Sydney.

Authorities reported that a man in his 60s and a woman in her 20s lost their lives, while another woman in her 20s was hospitalized with minor injuries and shock. The deceased have yet to be officially identified. Polymetals Resources, the owner of the mine, expressed deep sorrow over the tragic event.

Dave Sproule, the Executive Chairman of Polymetals, stated that their site emergency response team was mobilized, and the company is coordinating with relevant authorities. Since its acquisition in 2023, the Endeavor mine had only recently resumed operations following a closure for maintenance in 2020. This tragedy serves as a somber reminder of the constant vigilance required for safety in the mining industry.