Hermosillo Firefighters Extinguish Gas Tank Fire

Firefighters Quickly Extinguish Gas Tank Fire in Hermosillo Neighborhood A gas tank fire broke out this afternoon in a residential neighborhood in Hermosillo, Sonora, Mexico. Quick action by the Hermosillo Fire Department, supported by state police, prevented the fire from spreading. The incident occurred around midday on May 29th, 2025, in the Colonia San Benito area. "We are in Colonia San Benito in Hermosillo," reported Proyecto Puente, a local news outlet, in a live video from the scene. "Firefighters are responding to a report of a gas tank fire." The video shows firefighters using hoses to extinguish the blaze while police officers maintain a perimeter around the affected property. While the cause of the fire remains unclear, authorities are investigating. No injuries have been reported. The swift response of emergency services prevented what could have been a far more serious incident.