Four people were injured on Saturday, March 16, 2026, in a mine collapse at the Boliden-owned Garpenbergsgruvan mine in Garpenberg, Sweden. The incident, described as a 'ras' or rockfall, occurred during operations at the mining facility. Initial reports indicated three injuries, but the confirmed number was later updated to four injured workers.
The Garpenberg mine, operated by Swedish mining company Boliden, experienced the collapse that prompted safety measures including having over 500 miners work above ground following the incident. Unusually frequent and strong seismic activity was reported in connection with the mine collapse, according to local radio reports. The exact condition of the injured workers and the cause of the collapse remain under investigation.