South Africa's coal mines are leaking methane, and no one knows how much

Phys.org10/28/2025 • Last cited 10/28/2025

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35
Age (0-35)
80 days
4
Velocity (0-40)
1 source (low traction)
6
Tier (0-10)
Phys.org
0
Breadth (0-15)
1 unique
Total Score45/100

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Consensus: Single source - no independent confirmation yet
Age: 80 days - proven survivor

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