11 Dec 2024 | 11:15 PM UTC
Mexico: Authorities continue firefighting operations in Benito Juarez area of Mexico City Dec. 11. Lingering tight security, disruptions likely
Lingering tight security, disruptions likely near Alcadia Benito Juarez in Mexico City, Mexico, Dec. 11 amid ongoing firefighting efforts.
As of the afternoon of Dec. 11, heightened security and disruptions are expected in the Benito Juarez area of Mexico City due to ongoing firefighting efforts. Emergency responders were initially sent to a warehouse fire on Calle Municipio Libre, but reports now indicate the fire is at a carpenter's workshop near the Alcadia Benito Juarez. Authorities have evacuated at least 300 people as a precaution. Conflicting reports suggest that 2 to 3 people were injured due to the fire.
Lingering disruptions are likely over the coming hours until response operations conclude.
Avoid the area near the Benito Juarez mayor's office and seek alternative routes to circumvent the impacted area. heed all instructions from authorities.
