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Explosion at Suspected Fuel Tap Triggers Mass Evacuation in Villagrán

Officials are probing a possible illegal pipeline tap linked to the blaze.

Overview

  • A nighttime blast in Colonia Satélite ignited a large fire near a Pemex fuel duct, drawing extensive emergency response.
  • Authorities evacuated roughly 3,000 residents and opened the COMUDE municipal gym as a temporary shelter.
  • No injuries have been reported as Pemex specialists and firefighters from multiple municipalities work to control the flames.
  • Preliminary responder accounts indicate the explosion may have occurred while a tanker was being filled with stolen fuel stored nearby.
  • Witness videos show towering flames and people fleeing, and officials have urged residents to avoid the area and follow official updates.