Triple Traffic Tragedy: Mexico City Paralyzed by Major Accidents

Mexico City Gridlock: Three Major Accidents Cause Chaos Mexico City experienced unprecedented traffic chaos on May 26, 2025, due to three separate major accidents. The first incident, occurring on the Mexico-Toluca highway, involved a collision of three large trailers and a smaller car. "The impact was devastating," stated a witness at the scene, describing the ensuing four-hour traffic jam. Images from the video show the extent of the damage and the emergency response. A second accident, captured on security footage, involved a Pemex tanker truck that overturned on Periférico, causing a large fire and forcing the evacuation of 150 residents from the nearby Miguel Hidalgo borough. The video footage clearly shows the scale of the fire and the smoke. Authorities confirmed the evacuation and the subsequent restoration of traffic flow following cleanup efforts. Adding to the city's woes, a third accident occurred in a tunnel on the Supervía Poniente. A van lost control, crashing into a tunnel wall. This accident tragically resulted in three deaths, as shown in the video's graphic images. Emergency services were immediately dispatched to the scene. The combined effect of these accidents caused widespread disruption across Mexico City, highlighting the vulnerability of the city's infrastructure and the importance of road safety. The swift response of emergency services helped to mitigate the situation and restore order.