There was a massive explosion in fireworks during a religious celebration at a church in Mexico. 10 people died and 64 were injured in the accident. A wall also collapsed due to the blast. The accident occurred on Saturday night near the Nuestra Señora de la Luz Church in Temascalzingo town of Mexico state. Hundreds of people had gathered to watch the fireworks. The reason for the explosion has not been revealed. The Mexico State Attorney General’s Office has started investigating the case. The local bishop said that two priests were also among the injured. The population of Temascalzingo is about 66 thousand and this place is about 160 kilometers north-west of Mexico City. 2 videos of the accident… In the viral video, people were seen running to save their lives… The scene after the explosion is visible in a video shared on social media. Dozens of people are seen searching for survivors amidst smoke and debris. Explosions involving fireworks are common in Mexico. Fireworks are often used in street celebrations and religious festivals. About four years ago, there was also a strong fireworks explosion in a village in Huahuatla municipality of Hidalgo state in central Mexico. 17 people were injured in this.
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