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Drone Show Collapses at Piedras Negras Independence Celebration

City officials have offered no explanation or accountability.

Overview

  • Multiple drones collided and fell shortly after takeoff, desynchronizing the system and forcing cancellation of the display.
  • Videos of the failure went viral, and attendees booed Mayor Carlos Jacobo Rodríguez González as he exited the stage.
  • The municipal page reported more than 30,000 people at the Macroplaza festivities, which continued with music and fireworks.
  • Authorities reported no injuries or significant damage, and the local security operation ended with a clean record.
  • Outlets noted successful drone shows in other cities, while expert lists of common failure causes and claims of low‑quality equipment remain unconfirmed for this incident.