‘Pyrotechnics Explosion’ Leaves At Least 10 Dead, 64 Injured Ahead of Fireworks Display in Mexico
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Last updated: September 8, 2026
An explosion at a church in Santa María Canchesdá, Mexico State, resulted in a significant number of casualties. The incident occurred on Saturday, September 5, shortly before a planned fireworks display. The explosion caused the collapse of a church wall, trapping victims.
- The pyrotechnics explosion resulted in at least 10 fatalities and 64 injuries.
- Several individuals were trapped under the debris of a church wall that collapsed due to the blast.
- The incident took place in the town of Santa María Canchesdá, located in Mexico State.
- The explosion occurred on Saturday, September 5.
- The event happened in close proximity to a scheduled fireworks display.
