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Central Romania: Praid Salt Mine temporarily closed due to water infiltration following rainfall

May 16, 2024

The Praid Salt Mine, in central Romania, is temporarily halting both its extraction and visitation activities due to water infiltrating into the underground from a nearby stream, following recent heavy rainfall. 

This decision aims to protect and ensure the safety of staff and visitors until the situation caused by the recent infiltrations is resolved, the Ministry of Economy said.

“Fresh water...

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