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Fuel Tanker Overturns and Burns on MéxicoPuebla Highway Near Ixtapaluca

Traffic remains diverted pending a full extinguishment followed by a safety inspection.

Overview

  • The crash and fire occurred around 7 p.m. at kilometer 48 near Río Frío in Ixtapaluca, and flames spread across all lanes.
  • Firefighters, Protección Civil, CAPUFE and the National Guard are on scene conducting suppression and cooling operations.
  • CAPUFE reports the highway is closed in both directions with no estimated time to reopen.
  • Detours direct CDMX-bound drivers via km 63 at Río Frío and the Arco Norte at km 92, and Puebla-bound traffic from the San Marcos toll plaza toward Chalco.
  • Initial responders reported a diesel load, with one outlet citing about 15,000 liters, though authorities have not officially confirmed the cargo, casualty figures, or the missing driver's status.