Two Illegal Gold Miners Die in Indonesian Landslide as Practice Continues Despite Crackdown A recent landslide in Mandailing Natal, North Sumatra, claimed the lives of two gold miners, highlighting the devastating consequences of unchecked mining operations.
The incident is a stark reminder that despite repeated promises from authorities to crack down on illegal mining, the practice continues unabated.
Statistics reveal a disturbing pattern in North Sumatra: multiple landslides have occurred in recent years, resulting in significant loss of life and environmental damage.