08.05.2026 09:22
A tragedy occurred in a fire that broke out at the Plaza Fiesta Las Palmas shopping center in the city of Los Mochis, in the state of Sinaloa, Mexico. The fire, whose cause has not yet been determined, quickly grew and engulfed the building. At least 5 people lost their lives in the incident, while 12 others were injured. While the fire has been largely brought under control, search and rescue efforts continue, and there are concerns that the death toll may rise.
The state of Sinaloa in Mexico was the scene of a major fire disaster. According to information in the local press, a fire broke out for an undetermined reason around 14:30 local time at the Plaza Fiesta Las Palmas shopping center in the city of Los Mochis.
As the flames quickly grew and engulfed the shopping center, numerous fire and medical teams were dispatched to the area. It was reported that the fire was largely brought under control by 16:50.
AT LEAST 5 DEAD, 12 INJURED
According to initial assessments, at least 5 people lost their lives and 12 others were injured in the incident. Authorities stated that search and rescue operations were ongoing at the scene, and that there were also people who sought medical help at hospitals on their own. A warning was issued that the number of dead and injured could increase.
MOMENTS OF PANIC CAPTURED ON CAMERA
Great panic ensued at the shopping center during the fire. Those moments were captured on amateur cameras, showing people fleeing amid thick smoke and flames.