Overview
- Governor Alfonso Durazo reported a preliminary toll of 23 dead and 11 injured after a blast and fire at a downtown Waldo's on Saturday afternoon.
- The state prosecutor said most fatalities were due to inhalation of toxic gases, with victims receiving care at multiple hospitals.
- Sonora's Security Ministry ruled out an intentional attack, and investigators are examining scenarios including an exterior vehicle explosion or an internal electrical or equipment failure.
- President Claudia Sheinbaum directed federal assistance, including support teams from the Interior Ministry, to aid victims and families.
- Emergency crews contained the fire, authorities cordoned the site for forensic work, and local Día de Muertos events were suspended in solidarity.