Overview

• An LP-gas tanker overturned and exploded beneath the Puente de la Concordia on Sept. 10, igniting a major fire that was later brought under control.
• City officials now report 8 fatalities and 94 people affected, including 22 in critical condition and 6 in serious condition, with 67 patients still hospitalized across 19 facilities.
• Emergency crews from city, federal and neighboring municipalities conducted evacuations and air‑ and ground‑lifts, concentrating severe burn cases in specialized hospitals.
• The FGJCDMX is conducting forensic analyses, while ASEA says the Transportadora Silza unit lacked required insurance; the company asserts it has active policies and pledges to assume responsibilities.
• Authorities reported extensive damage to nearby vehicles and infrastructure, with counts rising to about 32 vehicles affected and temporary closures on the México–Puebla highway and nearby transit services.