At least five people have died in an explosion at a tequila factory in western Mexico. The authorities are investigating the cause of the explosion. According to the company, it happened during maintenance work at the distillery.
"So far, five people have been confirmed dead, all employees of the company," local authorities announced.
Residents near the factory were evacuated in connection with the explosion, but were allowed to return home a few hours later. About fifty firefighters participated in the extinguishing work.
