This Thursday morning a serious incident occurred on the Mexico-Toluca highwayat kilometer 48.5, in the municipality Lermaafter the explosion of pyrotechnics in a taxi transporting a group of pilgrims on the way to the Basilica of Guadalupe.
The explosion caused a fire that quickly consumed much of the vehicle and caused at least one fire three people injured One of them would be a minor.
Initial reports said the taxi was traveling on the side of the road Height of the outlet plazaswhen the pyrotechnic material the passengers were carrying suddenly exploded inside the unit, adding that it was contained Natural gas tank which was used as fuel.
The explosion produced flames that spread immediately, forcing the crew to scramble to safety as best they could.
Witnesses reported that the fire was visible from several meters away.which alerted motorists traveling in the area as parts of the unit were scattered on the side due to the explosion.
Minutes later, civil protection, firefighters and Red Cross paramedics arrived to extinguish the fire and provide medical care to the injured.
Among the injured are three people who were pilgrims on their way to Mexico City. According to preliminary information, they had burns of varying degrees and symptoms of smoke inhalation.
Employees of the Red Cross treats and transports an injured person to the facility’s hospital Tolucaa minor was flown out with the support of Lightning group and another was injured by paramedics Emergency system of the State of Mexico. So far, authorities have not reported any fatalities.
Due to the attention and control of the incident, the side of the Mexico-Toluca highway remained closed for several minutes, causing slow traffic in the area and affecting the flow of traffic towards the country’s capital.
The National Guard Road Division and city transportation personnel They implemented a measure to redirect traffic and avoid further risks.
Authorities called for extreme precautions and Avoid transporting explosive materials in unregistered vehicles or without the necessary security conditions.
He The incident is still under investigation to determine the exact causes of the explosion and determine possible responsibilities.
The Once the cleaning work has been completed and the damaged vehicle has been removed, the road will be reopened.although motorists were advised to exercise caution due to remnants of the incident on the pavement.
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