Ten killed, over 60 injured in fireworks explosion at Mexican church festival
The explosion caused a wall or part of an adjacent structure to collapse, leaving victims trapped amid debris as residents and emergency personnel searched for survivors.
At least 10 individuals lost their lives and 64 others were injured following a pyrotechnic explosion during a patron saint festival in Temascalcingo, central Mexico, on Saturday evening, according to Mexican authorities. The devastating blast took place near the Nuestra Señora de la Luz church, located in the municipality of Temascalcingo, home to approximately 66,000 residents.
Hundreds of people had gathered to witness a fireworks display associated with the religious event when the explosion occurred, as reported by local sources.
The explosion resulted in the collapse of a wall or portion of an adjoining structure, leaving victims trapped amidst the debris. Emergency responders and residents worked together to search for survivors amidst the chaos. Temascalcingo is situated approximately 160 kilometers northwest of Mexico City. As of now, authorities have yet to determine the cause of the explosion, and the Mexico State Attorney General's Office has initiated an investigation.
A local bishop disclosed that among the injured were two priests. Social media users shared videos capturing the aftermath of the explosion, depicting dozens of individuals navigating through smoke and rubble as they searched the area following the blast.
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