A devastating gas explosion at the Liushenyu Coal Mine in northern China has resulted in the deaths of at least 82 people and left two missing.

The disaster is the worst mining accident in China since 2009.

Rescuers have deployed specialized robots equipped with gas sensors and infrared cameras to aid in the search and rescue operation.

The incident has sparked a massive response from authorities, with President Xi Jinping urging no effort be spared in the recovery efforts.