At least 22 killed in blast at Mexico fireworks market – IOTW Report

At least 22 killed in blast at Mexico fireworks market

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FOX13: At least 22 people were killed Tuesday in an explosion at a fireworks market in Tultepec, Mexico, according to local authorities with firsthand knowledge of the search-and-rescue effort.

Mexico’s federal police said in an earlier tweet at least nine people died in the explosion. Dozens were reported injured.

Pyrotechnics are a major industry in Tultepec, which is about 40 kilometers (about 25 miles) north of Mexico City.  MORE

h/t Rob.

SNIP: Holy $hit! Talk about a grand finale.

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