Bolivia confirms 7 deaths, others still missing after military base explosion
Authorities say the blast may have been caused by improper explosives handling, and 84 people were treated as investigators search for the missing.
- In Viacha, Bolivian authorities confirmed on Monday that seven people died following an explosion at a military barracks on Friday, a municipality located about 30 km from La Paz.
- Occurring in a storage area for pyrotechnic material, the explosion appeared to be an accident caused by the improper handling of explosives, President Rodrigo Paz stated.
- Regarding the hospitalized, Health Minister Marcela Flores reported that 31 individuals remain under care, and 84 patients have been treated for injuries since the incident on Friday.
- Army Commander Hector Alarc said, "Our priority remains finding our comrades who are still missing and providing answers to their families as soon as possible."
- Following the tragedy, a period of national mourning was announced, while safety protocols are being reviewed to better protect enlisted personnel and nearby residents.
60 Articles
60 Articles
On September 8, the authorities in Bolivia confirmed a ninth death due to the explosion of a military ammunition depot on September 4, near La Paz. President Rodrigo Paz declared national mourning for the deceased and ordered the review of military depots nationwide. Meanwhile, firefighters and rescuers continue to search for missing soldiers among the ruins.
Reformatorisch Dagblad
The confirmed death toll from an explosion at an army base in the Bolivian town of Viacha has risen to nine. The country's authorities announced this.
Geo News
Bolivia military base blasts death toll rises to nine, dozens remain hospitalised
84 people have been treated, with 31 still hospitalised.Explosions hit area where pyrotechnic material was stored.Nearby homes damaged, with windows shattered, debris scattered.Bolivian authorities have...
The results of last Friday's explosions in the General Centre for the Maintenance of Artillery War (Cgmmba-IV) in Viacha, Bolivia have risen to nine. (ANSA)
Coverage Details
Bias Distribution
- 45% of the sources are Center
Factuality
To view factuality data please Upgrade to Premium
