Tragic Supermarket Explosion in Mexico Claims 23 Lives, Including Children

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Tragic Supermarket Explosion in Mexico Claims 23 Lives, Including Children

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Tragic Supermarket Explosion in Mexico Claims 23 Lives, Including Children

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At least 23 people have died in a supermarket explosion in Hermosillo, Mexico.
Victims include several minors, with many attributed to inhalation of toxic gases.
The cause of the explosion is under investigation, but no foul play is suspected.

A deadly explosion occurred on Saturday at a Waldo's supermarket in Hermosillo, Mexico, killing at least 23 people, including children, and injuring 12 others, according to local officials. Governor Alfonso Durazo reported that initial investigations indicate many victims died from inhalation of toxic gases during the incident, coinciding with the Day of the Dead festivities in Mexico, a time for families to honor deceased loved ones, as noted by Al Jazeera and South China Morning Post.

The explosion in the downtown store led officials to cancel festive events planned in the area. The store's management expressed condolences while stating they are cooperating with the authorities, who ruled out any deliberate attack. “Our investigation is focused on identifying the exact cause of this tragic incident,” commented a spokesperson for the Sonora state government, as reported by CBS News and India Times.

Images from the scene depict significant damage, with officials responding quickly to extinguish the blaze that engulfed the store. "This is a sad day for Sonora," said Governor Durazo, emphasizing the need for thorough investigations and support for victims' families, according to Reuters and Anadolu Agency.