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Iztapalapa Cancels Sept. 15 Festivities for a Solemn Civic Grito

Local authorities cast the scaled‑back plan as a gesture of mourning for families affected by the Puente de la Concordia explosion.

Overview

  • Alcaldesa Aleida Alavez announced the suspension of the planned public verbena and six additional neighborhood events for Independence Day.
  • A single, reserved civic ceremony will take place at the alcaldía explanada without musical performances or fireworks.
  • The monumental flag will be raised on Periférico Oriente at Ermita Iztapalapa at 10:00 on September 15 as a symbolic act.
  • Officials said the decision reflects respect and solidarity with victims and their families following the September 10 gas‑tanker explosion at the Puente de la Concordia.
  • Municipal messaging emphasizes accompaniment of affected families and community unity while broader investigations into the blast continue.