The explosion in Mexico occurred on June 4, 2026, near the Miguel Negrete School Center, resulting in the immediate evacuation of students. The authorities evacuated a total of approximately 2,000 people. people, including hospital patients and residents of nearby houses – reports nmas.com.mx.
Three people were injured and transported to hospitals in Acajete, Tepetzala and Tecamachalco.
The governor confirmed that there were no fatalities thanks to the quick intervention of the services. The flames reached up to 15 meters high, and a thick column of smoke hung over the place. The services also evacuated the General Hospital in Tepeaca.
The incident site is located behind high-traffic school and medical areas. Police and civilian security secured the area to prevent further threats. Initial reports indicate that it may have been an illegal warehouse containing stolen fuel. Fire crews and the army are still working on site.
Authorities are investigating the cause of the explosion and the exact circumstances of the incident. The incident triggered a huge mobilization of emergency services at three levels of government. The situation is under control, but residents have been warned not to return to their homes until the measures are completed.
