Overview

• A diesel tanker overturned and exploded at kilometer 72 of the Mexico–Puebla highway near Santa Rita Tlahuapan, prompting evacuations and a full closure in both directions.
• Capufe and Puebla authorities set detours at km 63 toward Puebla and at km 76–83 toward Mexico City, later reopening Puebla-bound lanes with reductions while cleanup kept the opposite direction closed.
• A 39-year-old driver suffered severe burns, with reports of additional injuries and a nearby house damaged by fire from spilled fuel.
• One month after the La Concordia tragedy that left 31 dead, FGJ-CDMX said the Iztapalapa explosion stemmed from the driver losing control, causing a tank rupture and fire despite the truck and roadway being in adequate condition.
• Prosecutors detailed omissions by operator Silza, including unverified driver training and rest compliance, and said reparations talks with families are underway with potential legal action supported by the findings.