What science has discovered so far about the ever-growing crater – Metro World News Brasil

Chilean authorities continue to investigate a crater that appeared at the end of July in the middle of the Atacama Desert.

The crater appeared with a diameter of about 30 meters, but it did not stop growing and currently it is about 50 meters long. Gabriel Borek, Head of State, visited the place at the 26th to pursue studies.

according to g 1Some questions can already be answered, others remain a mystery. see below:

What is in the area?

The crater appeared in Tierra Amarilla, in the Atacama Desert. The capital, Santiago, is located 665 kilometers to the north. The area is known for having copper mines operated by a Canadian company.

How did the hole arise?

There is still no exact information on how the crater occurred, but the area’s mayor said it was the result of unconscious and excessive extraction activities. The government has accused Lundin Mining LUN.TO, which mines 80% of the property, of overexploitation, but a company executive said more studies are needed to determine the source.

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What is the current size?

At first it was indicated that the hole was about 25 meters in diameter. Today it is already 50 meters high and almost 200 meters deep. The Reuters news agency that six statues of Christ the Redeemer can be placed in the foreground with an arm outstretched.

Is there anything inside?

According to the National Geology and Mining Service (Sernageomin), there is nothing inside the crater, only water at the bottom.

Are there risks?

The government and the company in charge of the area reported that no danger had been detected in the city of Tierra Amarilla. Operations at the local mine have been suspended since the day the pit was discovered.

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