Fire consumes public transport units in Cancún; 10 people evacuated

A significant fire erupted early Monday morning at the Del Valle transport company's depot in Cancún, Quintana Roo, Mexico, resulting in the total loss of four buses and a van.

The blaze, located on Miguel Hidalgo Avenue in Supermanzana 73, prompted a swift response from the Cancún Fire Department, Civil Protection, Public Security, Traffic, and Municipal Public Services. Emergency crews worked to contain and extinguish the fire, preventing its spread to other parts of the property.

Twenty-two firefighters, supported by fire engines, rescue units, water trucks, and operational personnel, battled the flames. As a precautionary measure, ten individuals present at the site were evacuated. Authorities confirmed that no injuries were sustained during the incident.

Preliminary damage assessments indicate that in addition to the four buses and one van being completely consumed by the fire, two other transport units sustained partial damage. Firefighters conducted cooling operations to prevent reignition and removed potential hazards, including gas cylinders used for welding and inspected electrical installations. A section of the workshop was temporarily closed due to the risk of concrete detachment.

Traffic was temporarily rerouted on Miguel Hidalgo Avenue to facilitate the emergency response. Investigations are underway to determine the cause of the fire, and the area remains under supervision to ensure safety.