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Pemex Gas Leak in Campeche Contained After Evacuation, Authorities Say

Officials say the return natural-gas leak was contained immediately with no risk to nearby residents.

Overview

  • The incident occurred at Pemex facilities in Atasta, a locality in the municipality of Carmen, Campeche.
  • State Civil Protection Secretary Anuar Dager Granja identified the leak as return natural gas and reported rapid control.
  • No explosion was reported, and plant workers were evacuated as a precaution.
  • Security forces, ambulances, paramedics, and Civil Protection teams were deployed to stabilize the site.
  • Authorities remain in contact with federal, company, and security agencies and urge the public to follow official guidance.