Historical Events tagged with "urban area"
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Accidents & Tragedies
Gas Explosions Devastate Guadalajara Streets
April 22nd, 1992 32 years ago
A series of gas explosions occurred in Guadalajara, Mexico, creating widespread destruction and resulting in the death of 206 people. Triggered by a gas leak from an underground pipeline, the explosions devastated several blocks of the urban area, causing buildings to collapse and numerous injuries. Emergency services faced significant challenges due to the scale of the disaster, which involved evacuating nearby residents and responding to intense fires. The explosions sparked discussions about gas safety regulations in Mexico.
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