A recent explosion of a Pemex pipeline in the community of Loma Larga, located in El Barrio de la Soledad, Oaxaca, has led to a tragic toll, with three individuals confirmed dead and six others injured. The state’s Civil Protection Coordination and Risk Management (CEPCyGR) reported that the explosion occurred while routine internal cleaning and maintenance activities were being performed on the pipeline, initially causing the explosion and subsequently leading to a fire at the site of a pumping station.

Emergency services, particularly the Heroic Firefighters of Oaxaca, were swift to respond to the incident, transporting the injured to nearby private clinics for assessment and treatment. Ongoing safety operations are being conducted in the area to mitigate further risks and secure the vicinity, showcasing the immediate response and the attempt to manage the aftermath of this explosive event.

The incident highlights the dangers associated with oil infrastructure maintenance and the inherent risks involved in the operations of Pemex, one of Mexico's largest state-owned enterprises. With the region already prone to such accidents, this explosion raises concerns about the safety measures in place and the need for stringent oversight in maintenance practices to prevent similar tragedies in the future.