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San Juanico disaster
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San Juanico disaster, Industrial disaster in Mexico

The San Juanico disaster is among the deadliest industrial accidents in world history.

In 1984, a series of explosions at the PEMEX petroleum storage facility caused the San Juanico disaster.

The San Juanico tragedy symbolizes the risks associated with industrial growth and negligence.

Disaster's aftermath led to improved safety regulations for industrial facilities in Mexico.

The San Juanico disaster's intense heat melted street surfaces, leaving lasting environmental scars.

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State of Mexico
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19.51876,-99.10547
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August 31, 2026 12:11
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