Henry Martín Douglas Macharaga
Henry Martín Douglas Macharaga was a 52-year-old explosives expert from Chirumanzu, Zimbabwe, who tragically died while handling old explosives known as 'booster sísmicos' in Salta, Argentina. He was contracted by The Development Initiative (TDI) to remove these hazardous materials, remnants from YPF's exploratory activities between 1978 and 1984. With extensive experience in explosives disposal across various conflict zones, including Kuwait and Somalia, Macharaga was recognized for his expertise in handling dangerous materials. His death on August 19, 2023, has prompted an investigation into the circumstances surrounding the incident.
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| Country | Mentions | Sentiment | Dominance | + Persistence | x Population | = Reach | x GDP (millions) | = Power |
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| Argentina | 1 | 5.00 | 0.07% | +0% | 45,195,774 | 33,578 | $450,000 | 334$ |
| Totals | 1 | 45,195,774 | 33,578 | $450,000 | 334$ |
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Henry Martín Douglas Macharaga was a Zimbabwean expert in explosives who died while handling old YPF explosives in Salta.
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