Hundreds of eco protesters dressed in hazmat suits descend on a Welsh mine

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By Pelumi Emmanuel

Published: July 10, 2022 | 11:21 PM

On a Welsh mine, hundreds of eco protesters in hazmat suits have gathered.

Extinction Rebellion (XR) protesters have “occupied” the Aberpergwm colliery in south Wales to show their opposition to a shaft extension.

Eco-activists protested the extension, which they believe will produce 100 million tonnes additional Carbon dioxide, while carrying red smoke bombs and black flags.

XR Wales said: ‘The mine extension would release an extra 100 million tonnes of co2 during a Climate Emergency.’

The UK faction of the group added: ‘The summer uprising has begun!

‘Hundreds of rebels from have occupied Aberpergwm coal mine in Wales.

‘Scientists say no more fossil fuels but our government of climate criminals want to expand the mine.’

While police looked on, eco-fanatics climbed onto structures and attached themselves to the mine’s gates.

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