Ixtapaluca gas explosion leaves 21 injured in market

A gas explosion at a street market in the Cuatro Vientos neighborhood of Ixtapaluca, State of Mexico, injured at least 21 people on Thursday, November 5. The incident occurred around 10:20 a.m. when a leak from a 10-kilogram LP gas cylinder at a snack stall led to a sudden deflagration.

The blast affected nearby vendors and visitors, causing injuries to both adults and children. According to IMSS Bienestar, 16 of the injured individuals are receiving medical attention at two hospitals: the Hospital General de Zoquiapan “Dr. Pedro López” and the Hospital Regional de Alta Especialidad de Ixtapaluca. Reports indicate that three people are in serious condition and six others are in delicate condition, including a young child.

Emergency services, including Civil Protection, firefighters, and municipal and state police, responded to the scene to control the leak and secure the area. Authorities have cordoned off the site to allow for investigations into the exact cause of the accident.