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Deadly Explosion Rips Through Fireworks Market Near Mexico City

Written by Teunis Felter

An explosion Tuesday at a fireworks market about 45 miles outside Mexico City killed at least 31 people and injured at least 72, according to Mexican authorities. Another 48 people are reported to be missing.  A video of the blast that rocked the open-air San Pablito market on the northern outskirts of Mexico’s capital city showed fireworks shooting in every direction and smoke billowing into the sky.

http://www.npr.org/sections/thetwo-way/2016/12/20/506358345/deadly-explosion-rips-through-fireworks-market-near-mexico-city

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Teunis Felter

Teunis Felter has over 20 years experience as an author, editor, and scientist. When not exploring outside, he enjoys reading history, researching genealogy, and civilly discussing politics.