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Infant Killed in Veracruz Home Gas Explosion as Three Family Members Critically Burned

Officials say a toppled LP gas cylinder likely leaked before igniting inside the house.

Overview

  • The blast occurred Thursday in southern Veracruz, with reports citing either La Nueva Esperanza in Mecayapan or the Los Tuxtlas region.
  • Authorities confirmed one infant died, while the mother, identified as Joselyn, and her daughters Perla and Graciela sustained severe burns.
  • The injured were transferred for specialized burn care, with accounts differing between initial treatment in Catemaco and admission to hospitals in the port of Veracruz.
  • Second- and third-degree burns were reported for the survivors, and their condition was described as delicate.
  • Emergency crews responded at the scene, the home was reported a total loss, and an investigation into the accident is underway.