Massive firework explosion kills 10, injures 64 during popular festival in Mexico

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An explosion of pyrotechnic material killed at least 10 people and injured 64, according to Mexican officials.

The explosion happened Saturday night close to a church in central Mexico.

The large group was preparing to watch fireworks that were set to be a part of a religious festival.

A drone view shows damage following a fireworks explosion on Sunday, Sept. 6 in Temascalcingo municipality, Mexico. REUTERS

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The blast left several people dead and others injured. REUTERS

People pray in the community of Santa Maria Canchesda where the explosion occurred. REUTERS

Firefighters inspect the area destroyed by a fireworks explosion by Santa María Canchesdá church in Temascalcingo. AP Photo/Ramses Mercado

The large group was preparing to watch fireworks that were set to be a part of a religious festival. REUTERS

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