The death toll from the accident which occurred in a Siberian mine on Friday rose to 52, Russian news agencies reported, citing a source within the emergency services.
“According to preliminary information, no one survived in the mine. 52 people died, ”said this source, quoted by the official TASS agency. RIA Novosti and Interfax news agencies also reported this statement, stating that there were 46 minors and 6 rescuers among the dead.