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12-20-2016, 06:11 PM
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Huge Deadly Fireworks Explosion in Mexico
http://hollywoodlife.com/2016/12/20/...ident-injured/ **More than 22 dead so far.... A massive explosion set off fireworks at a crowded Mexico City market on Dec. 20, injuring at least 60 people. We have the details on this tragedy, here. This is beyond scary and heartbreaking. A huge explosion tore through San Pablito Market in Tultepec, Mexico, setting off fireworks — approximately 40 miles north of Mexico City. At least 60 people were injured in the big blast, according to BNO News. Images that were shown on Milenio TV featured a ton of smoke going up toward the sky, and the photos are beyond shocking. It was not immediately known whether there were any fatalities from the blasts. It is a tradition in Mexico to celebrate the holiday season by setting off rockets and firecrackers. It’s so horrible to imagine how family and friends must have been having fun and celebrating the merriment of the season when this tragic incident suddenly occurred. Unfortunately, this isn’t the first time that the popular market has been the site of a horrible incident. In 2005, a fire engulfed the market and set into motion fireworks exploding. And in 2006, another fire destroyed hundreds of stands at the same market. As you can see in the video above, massive amounts of smoke, debris and fire all circulate the air, and it’s a very upsetting sight to see. Sirens can also be loudly heard wailing in the background while the smoke circulates. Emergency responders tended to the scene to evaluate the situation and determine the number of injuries and whether or not there were any fatalities in the accident. HollywoodLife.com has reached out to authorities for comment, and we will continue to update you as developments progress. HollywoodLifers, please leave your thoughts and prayers with the family members and loved ones of those injured in Mexico. |
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12-21-2016, 02:27 AM
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Re: Huge Deadly Fireworks Explosion in Mexico
More than a dozen children suffered burns to over 90% of their bodies and were being sent to the US city of Galveston in Texas for treatment, said Eruviel Avila, the governor of the state of Mexico. The state’s top prosecutor raised the death toll late on on Tuesday to 31. Avila vowed to find and punish those responsible for the blast and provide economic assistance to those who had lost their livelihoods. |