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Ferromex Freight Train Derails and Explodes in Rural Hidalgo as Authorities Contain Fire

Federal regulators opened an investigation to evaluate potential environmental impacts.

Overview

  • Mexico’s rail regulator reported a derailment and fire in Tepetitlán that sent a large smoke column skyward and left one person injured.
  • Municipal officials said the perimeter was secured and the situation was under control with no reported fatalities or damage to inhabited areas.
  • Local reports indicated the convoy included ethyl alcohol and ethanol among its cargo, with additional mentions of grain and vehicles.
  • The rail line is operated under concession by Ferromex, whose personnel deployed to the site to support emergency operations.
  • The ARTF notified ASEA and is coordinating with federal and local authorities to determine the cause and monitor any environmental risk.