Three die in Mexico City amid World Cup celebrations
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- Three people died in Mexico City from asphyxiation during World Cup celebrations after Mexico's 2-0 victory over Ecuador.
- Officials confirmed the deaths and offered condolences to the families, urging responsible celebration.
- The incident occurred near Paseo de la Reforma as fans took to the streets following the team's qualification for the last 16.
Tragedy struck Mexico City as three individuals lost their lives amid jubilant celebrations following the national team's World Cup qualification. Fans poured into the streets after Mexico's 2-0 win against Ecuador, securing a spot in the tournament's last 16.
The official secretary of public health in Mexico City confirmed the deaths, identifying the victims as a 44-year-old man and two women, aged 19 and 48. All three succumbed to asphyxiation in separate incidents near the central Paseo de la Reforma.
As reported by @SSaludCdMx, the emergency teams of Mexico City immediately attended to the report of three unconscious individuals at different points near Paseo de la Reforma. All medical response protocols were activated; however, sadly, they lost their lives.
Clara Brugada, the head of government in Mexico City, expressed deep sorrow on her X account. She stated that emergency teams responded immediately but were unable to save the individuals. "With my heart in my hand, I send a hug and my most sincere condolences to their loved ones," Brugada wrote, emphasizing the need for "responsibility, care, and empathy" during celebrations.
With my heart in my hand, I send a hug and my most sincere condolences to their loved ones. We reiterate the call to always celebrate with responsibility, care, and empathy.
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