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A strong explosion at a gas plant in the Loma Bonita neighborhood in Coacalco, State of Mexico, caused moments of panic on the morning of Tuesday, October 13, 2026. Videos of the incident show the fire and the detonation that led neighbors to run away to get out of the danger zone.
In the images, it can be seen how the flames alert the people, and seconds later, a strong explosion occurs that causes alarm among the inhabitants.
Faced with the risk, families abandoned their homes. Among the people who ran to safety were women with children in their arms, seniors, and young people who, according to the images, were still wearing pajamas.
Gas plant explosion in Coacalco mobilizes emergency teams
Following the incident, elements of Civil Protection and the Coacalco Fire Department arrived at the Loma Bonita neighborhood to attend to the emergency. The mobilization of aid groups from neighboring municipalities, including Ecatepec, was also reported.
Coacalco government asks to avoid the area
Through a statement dated October 13, the Municipal Government of Coacalco reported that elements of Civil Protection and the Fire Department were already in the Loma Bonita neighborhood to attend to the emergency resulting from the explosion at a gas plant.
The authorities urged the population to avoid the area, facilitate the access of emergency vehicles, and remain attentive to information released through official channels.
To report an emergency, the municipality provided the following number:
C4 Emergency and Monitoring Center: 55 1542 0169.
Residents are advised not to approach the place to record or take photographs and to allow emergency teams to carry out their work.
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