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Monterrey Vacant-Lot Fire Forces 30 to Evacuate as Pets Rescued, Blaze Contained

Officials now focus on cooling hot spots after flames were extinguished.

Overview

  • Protección Civil and Monterrey firefighters responded to a blaze that started in a vacant lot in Valle de Infonavit off Avenida La Unidad.
  • Eight apartments in building 213 were compromised, prompting the evacuation of 17 residents, while 13 people left eight apartments in building 217.
  • Five kittens and a dog were rescued from the affected area and were reported unharmed and placed in custody.
  • Crews used coordinated ground and aerial operations to control the fire and are conducting cooling and monitoring to prevent re-ignition.
  • A tall smoke column was visible across northern Monterrey, and authorities urged the public to report illegal burns and keep vacant lots clear.