Braskem's Petrochemical Giant's Salt Mine in Brazil Faces Imminent Collapse

A closed rock salt mine belonging to Brazilian petrochemical giant Braskem partially collapsed in the northeastern city of Maceio, causing no harm to people as the area had been evacuated. The mine's collapse was anticipated due to the company's 40 years of rock salt mining, which has resulted in the displacement of tens of thousands of residents and the sinking of land. Braskem had warned of the imminent risk, and the mine is expected to stabilize following the partial collapse. The company is currently in the process of filling other cavities with sand.