Tragedy struck a tequila distillery in Mexico, owned by the famous Jose Cuervo company, as a deadly explosion and fire claimed six lives and injured two workers. The latest victim was discovered in a waste area where large containers had collapsed.
The incident occurred during maintenance work, causing chaos at the factory. Despite initial reports of the situation being under control, a fire broke out the following morning in a storage area filled with cardboard and other flammable materials.
The town of Tequila, nestled 375 miles northwest of Mexico City, thrives on tequila production and the tourism it attracts. Surrounded by agave plantations and watched over by a looming volcano, it embodies the essence of Mexican culture and industry.
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