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The 33: Chile's Rescued Miners

On 5th August 2010 a mine collapse trapped 33 miners underground for 69 days. We hear the story of their rescue from miners, their rescuers, and how they've coped with life since

On 5th August 2010 a mine collapse trapped 33 miners underground for 69 days. The dramatic story of their rescue was beamed round the world, and they became instant celebrities. Now a Hollywood film's been made about their story, The 33.
So what's life been like for them since then? Reporter Jane Chambers in Chile has spoken to some of the miners, their families and those responsible for their rescue, including miner Omar Reygadas, and former President Sebastian Pi帽era. Presenter Jo Fidgen.

(Picture:One of the 33 miners emerging from mine.
Credit: Hugo Infante/AFP/Getty Images)

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Tue 1 Sep 2015 06:06GMT

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