A fiery accident on Saturday along the highway between Merida and Campeche in Mexico’s Yucatan Peninsula has claimed 15 lives, according to the state’s secretary of public security.
The collision involved passengers traveling in a trailer, a car and a taxi. A fierce blaze engulfed the vehicles, overwhelming rescue teams at the scene.
In a statement on X, Yucatan’s Governor Joaquin Diaz Mena shared his solidarity, offering support to the affected families during "this painful moment."
The tragedy has left communities across the region in mourning, as they grapple with the sudden loss. Our thoughts are with all those impacted by this devastating event.
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