Fire at shop in Mexico kills 23, officials say

Published: 11/2/2025
Fire at shop in Mexico kills 23, officials say
At least 23 people were killed in a fire at a discount shop in Hermosillo, Mexico, with children among the victims, officials confirmed. The blaze, which officials described as an explosion, broke out at a Waldo's branch in the city center. Investigations are ongoing to determine the cause of the fire, with authorities ruling out deliberate violence. The tragic incident occurred as Mexico was celebrating the Day of the Dead, prompting the cancellation of cultural events in the state.