The Mexico-Puebla highway was the site of a large-scale fire caused by the impact of a gas tanker, which caused the evacuation of vehicles that were passing through the area. The incident took place on February 16 in the surroundings of the Llano Grande region, in response to the emergency, security elements went to the site to extinguish the fire.
Through social networks, local media has disseminated the strong images regarding the intensity of the fire and the large concentrations of smoke; the fire originated at kilometer 53 of the vehicular highway, so the San Marcos Toll Plaza will remain closed in the direction of Puebla and traffic will be diverted to the height of Río Frío in the direction of Mexico City, this until the area is cleared.
Accident on the Mexico-Puebla highway
According to the first reports, the closure of traffic prevails in both directions due to assistance from the accident, which caused the collision of multiple cars due to the accident, as well as the inevitable burning of some vehicles involved in the accident.
The National Guard (GN) and the Federal Roads and Bridges (Capufe) route went to the scene of the events to issue the appropriate actions at the point and also provide general care in case there are injuries or injuries resulting from the fire of the gas pipe.
Ambulances and firefighters from Ixtapaluca and Chalco will also arrive at the scene; the authorities will prepare a Lightning helicopter that will transport patients with serious burns after the accident.
The authorities have not yet shared the report of victims from the incident on the Mexico-Puebla highway. However, concern grew among users due to the presence of an intense column of smoke that was visible several kilometers away.
The Civil Protection agencies of the State of Mexico announced that the road damage covers an approximate stretch of 18 kilometers, so the official report is still awaited to know the general scope of the accident.
Elements of the National Highway Guard recommended that visitors and residents avoid the Llano Grande area, as well as use alternate routes in order to avoid traffic congestion and congestion; in addition to following the safety instructions in the area through emergency numbers such as 911 or 074.
Transfer of Injured
The Relámpagos Group shared information regarding the rescue of some injured people involved in the road accident. So far, the agency announced the deployment of helicopters for the air medical transfer of three patients with burns to the Regional High Specialty Hospital of Zumpango.
Although the figures are not yet confirmed, it is contemplated that 3 people were injured and 6 people were reported without vital signs, so the count could increase in the next few hours. As a result of the arrival of various support services, a pile-up occurred involving an ambulance (with the transfer of a patient), a gas tanker, a trailer and private cars.
Source: infobae
