The Secretary of Public Security of Sonora discarded that he fire in a commercial store Waldo’s in Hermosillowith balance of 23 people dead and 11 injuredit was a attack.
“Regarding the explosion that occurred in the convenience store, located in the center of Hermosillo. It is completely ruled out that it was an attack. or an event related to a violent attitude against civilians“.
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The governor of Sonora, Alfonso Durazoexpressed his “Deepest condolences to the families and loved ones of the deceased people in the fire that occurred today in the Center of Hermosillo”.
He stated that “the State Government will provide timely and comprehensive attention to the victims and their loved ones. Likewise, I have instructed that all the corresponding investigations be carried out.”
According to local media, Juan Francisco Mata, Hermosillo Fire Chief, explained that the store was full at the time of the incident.
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For his part, the mayor of Hermosillo, Antonio Astiazaránsaid that “before the unfortunate events where several people died During a fire in the City Center, I have issued instructions for emergency response to the situation and The necessary help is provided by the Municipality to all those affected.. “We work in coordination with all levels of government.”
The Red Cross and security corporations implemented an operation to care for those injured by burns.