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28 Jan 2025

Fire & Rescue News from Slovenia, January 2025

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Coal Mine Accident in Velenje (January 20, 2025)

On January 20, 2025, a tragic accident occurred in the Premogovnik Velenje coal mine in northeastern Slovenia. A flash flood inside the mine resulted in the death of one miner, while two others were reported missing1. Most miners managed to escape, but rescue efforts have been challenging due to silt and water accumulation in the mine. Slovenian President Natasa Pirc Musar has called for a thorough investigation to prevent similar tragedies in the future.

For more information, you can refer to:

 

AP News: Coal mine accident in Slovenia kills at least 1 miner, leaves 2 missing

(https://apnews.com/article/slovenia-coal-mine-accident-bc40a998754dcb72855364a0…)

 

SSD Chemicals Explosion in Novo Mesto kills 18 people (January 11, 2024)

On January 11, 2024, a catastrophic explosion occurred at the Gemonog Chemical Laboratory manufacturing plant in Novo Mesto, southeastern Slovenia. The explosion was caused by a failure in the temperature control system of SSD chemical substances storage tanks, leading to a massive fire. The explosion resulted in over $620 billion in losses and 18 casualties, including researchers, managers, and labourers. The fire generated intense heat and thick smoke, causing significant damage to the facility and surrounding areas.

 

For more information, you can refer to:

 

Global Chemical Solutions News: SSD Chemicals Explosion in Slovenia

(https://gcsofficials.com/2024/08/02/ssd-chemicals-explosion-in-slovenia-causes-…)