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Ten killed and dozens injured in Mexico festival fireworks blast

A fireworks display detonated during a religious festival, with Mexico’s Attorney General’s Office reportedly opening an investigation.

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Adrian Cole
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Source: Al Jazeera Global News · View original source
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Mexico

Ten people were killed and dozens injured after a fireworks display detonated during a religious festival in Mexico, according to a report by Al Jazeera Global News.

The report did not specify the festival’s location, when the blast occurred or the circumstances that led to the detonation. It also did not provide details about the severity of the injuries or the identities of those affected.

Mexico’s Attorney General’s Office has reportedly opened an investigation. No cause, responsibility or official finding has been provided.

The incident adds to Mexico’s history of deadly fireworks accidents. A factory explosion in 2018 killed 24 people, while a market explosion in 2016 killed 42.

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