Rescue operations are underway at the Rand Lease Mine shaft in Roodepoort, Johannesburg, to save illegal miners trapped underground.
Joburg EMS initiated rescue efforts, but were forced to halt at a depth of 15 meters due to low oxygen levels.
“They have been assigned since yesterday and they did some attempts in terms of going to rescue them, but they went to up until 15 meters.“They felt that there was not enough oxygen as they’re using their oxygen meters and then they’ve activated the “The operation is complex and challenging, requiring careful planning and coordination to ensure the safety of all involved.Emergency teams from EMS, SAPS Search & Rescue, and Gauteng EMS are in full force, executing a coordinated rescue mission at the disused Rand Lease shaft in Roodepoort. Public Safety MMC Dr.Joburg EMS spokesperson Robert Mulaudzi confirmed that the scene has been officially handed over to the Department of Mineral Resources.
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