A fire at the "Plaza Fiesta Las Palmas" shopping center located in the city of Los Mochis, Sinaloa state, Mexico, has caused a tragedy.
According to Medianews.az, at least 5 people have died and 12 were injured as a result of the incident.
According to initial information, the cause of the fire, which has not yet been determined, spread throughout the entire building in a short time.
Numerous fire brigade and emergency medical teams were deployed to the area. Although it was reported that most of the fire has been brought under control, search and rescue operations continue.
Officials do not rule out that the death toll may increase.
Images circulated on social networks showed people fleeing in panic through thick smoke and flames.
Medianews.az