A devastating fire at a general store in Hermosillo, Sonora, has resulted in the tragic loss of at least 23 lives, with several children among the victims. Eleven individuals sustained injuries and are currently receiving medical attention in local hospitals. The incident has cast a shadow of grief over the state.
Officials confirmed the grim toll, with reports detailing that the victims included 12 women, five men, four boys, and two girls. The blaze erupted at a Waldo’s discount store located in the heart of downtown Hermosillo. Despite a rapid response from emergency services, the ferocity of the fire significantly complicated rescue efforts.
Initial investigations by the Sonora Public Security Secretariat have indicated that the fire was not a result of arson or any deliberate act. The exact cause of the devastating blaze remains under active investigation. The national government has pledged full support to the affected region, with the Interior Secretary directed to coordinate federal assistance. The President has conveyed deep condolences to the families and friends of those who perished.