The governor of Sonora, Alfonso Durazo, announced the death of a man who was injured in the explosion and fire that occurred last Saturday at a Waldo's branch in Hermosillo. With this unfortunate death, the number of fatal victims of the incident rises to 24, which shocked Sonoran society. The man is Marcos Segundo Reyes, 81 years old, who was hospitalized at the Clínica del Noroeste. Just this Wednesday, his condition had been reported as critical. I receive with deep sadness the news of the death of Mr. Marco, who unfortunately lost his life due to complications from burns suffered in the unfortunate incident at Waldo's that occurred a few days ago in Hermosillo. To his family and friends, I express my most sincere condolences and reiterate that they have the full support and accompaniment of my government in these very difficult moments. I reaffirm my commitment to get to the bottom of this tragedy that has hurt us so much as a society. Rest in peace. Durazo removes head of Civil Protection from office after fire left 23 dead The governor of Sonora, Alfonso Durazo, asked for the removal of the head of state Civil Protection, Armando Castañeda, following the fire at the Waldo's store in Hermosillo, which left 23 people dead. Durazo argued that this decision will prevent Armando Castañeda Sánchez from being 'judge and part of the investigation'. In a video on social networks, Alfonso Durazo said that his government 'will respond with truth, with justice, and with humanity'. In his message, the governor informed that four people remain hospitalized, identified as Marco, Dana, Gloria, and María Isabel. The latter was transferred in serious but stable condition to the Valley Wise Hospital in Phoenix, Arizona, accompanied by medical staff and a relative. Durazo thanked the support of the American hospital, as well as the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, the U.S. Embassy in Mexico, and the Consulate in Hermosillo for the facilities provided. The head of state assured that he maintains direct communication with the victims' families and reiterated his commitment to the search for justice and reparation for the damage. Incident 23 people died after an explosion and a fire registered at a Waldo's store located in the downtown area of Hermosillo, Sonora. Durazo confirmed that prior to the fire that consumed the entire store, there was an explosion inside the building located on Doctor Noriega Street in Hermosillo. Information: Proyecto Puente.
