JAKARTA - PT Aneka Tambang Tbk (Antam) confirmed that the information circulating regarding the explosion in the mining area, as well as the claim that hundreds of people were trapped in the mine was not true (hoax).
"The video circulating is a documentation of handling technical conditions in underground mine areas that have been anticipated and handled in accordance with company safety procedures and operational standards, including ventilation arrangements and securing work areas," said Corporate Secretary of PT Aneka Tambang Tbk Wisnu Danandi Haryanto as reported by ANTARA, Wednesday, January 14.
This condition, he said, did not affect the safety of Antam employees, and all the company's operational activities were under control.
Wisnu also conveyed that Antam ensured that there was no explosion as reported in the circulating content, and that no Antam employees were trapped in the mine area.
"The Company always carries out business activities by prioritizing occupational safety, risk control, and implementation of good mining practices, and coordinating with relevant authorities and stakeholders to maintain a safe and conducive situation," said Wisnu.
Antam appeals to the public not to spread unverified information and refer to official information provided by the company and authorities.
Various mass media have widely reported on the explosion of the Antam gold mine in Bogor, West Java.
The officer was said to have not been able to approach or enter the crime scene (TKP) due to the gas levels around the location which were said to be at a high level and dangerous for safety.
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