The CFMEU is aware an event that occurred underground at Anglo’s Grosvenor Mine this afternoon.
Union safety inspectors are attending the site and will undertake a thorough, independent investigation into causes of what appears to be an ignition of gas on the longwall face.
CFMEU Mining and Energy Queensland District President Stephen Smyth said the immediate priority was taking care of affected workers.
“Our thoughts and prayers are with the injured workers and their families, and all the workers at Grosvenor affected by today’s events,” he said.