In August 2010, 33 miners were trapped underground in the San José mine in Chile after a cave-in. They were stuck for 69 days, approximately 2,300 feet below the surface, facing extreme conditions and limited supplies. The rescue operation, known as Operación San Lorenzo, involved drilling a borehole to reach the miners and bring them to safety. On October 13, 2010, all 33 miners were successfully rescued, capturing global attention and highlighting issues related to mining safety and worker rights in the industry.