A coal mine in the northern Asturias region of Spain was struck by an explosion on Monday, according to confirmation from emergency services. They had initially received a report of a “machine problem” at the mine.

Local authorities confirmed the deaths of at least two individuals and reported that three others sustained serious injuries. Further information suggests that a total of nine people were injured and four went missing.

Emergency responders, including helicopters and ambulances, were dispatched to the affected mine in Delgana.

This story is ongoing and updates will be provided here.