Quotes by Ruben Escudero

“The situation is difficult but I cant say if the whole mine is contaminated and there are no survivors.”

“These mines cant operate unless they meet minimum standards.”

“We havent reached the place where the explosion occurred. First we have to do all thats necessary to rescue our personnel. Then we can investigate what caused the explosion.”

“We implore you to understand this effort.”

“Im not sure what caused this.”

“We cant say if there are five, 10 or 50 or 65 who are alive. Thats a question, with total respect, that only God can answer.”

“We would be insensitive if I tell them theres no sign of life. Its a question only God can answer.”

“The conditions are becoming increasingly adverse. It is grave, and being realistic, we think the situation is difficult.”

“The conditions are becoming increasingly adverse.”

“They are so big that it shows the force of the blast was tremendous.”