🚨 A devastating road accident in Nuevo León, northern Mexico, claimed 12 lives and injured four on Sunday. Authorities confirmed the pickup truck carrying 16 people plunged 120 meters into a ravine in the mountainous Santiago area, sparking a forest fire that was later contained.
🌄 Erik Cavazos, district director of Civil Protection, said 11 victims died instantly, while a minor succumbed to injuries in the hospital. The four survivors remain hospitalized with severe injuries. The cause of the crash is under investigation.
🔥 Rescue teams battled rugged terrain to reach the site, where the vehicle’s crash also ignited nearby dry vegetation. Officials praised firefighters for containing the blaze swiftly, preventing further environmental damage.
🚑 This tragedy highlights road safety challenges in Mexico’s remote regions. Locals have called for improved infrastructure and emergency response systems in mountainous zones.
