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Deadly fireworks blasts kill 24, injure 49 near Mexico City

The Mexico City suburb of Tultepec has seen several deadly explosions in the past. [Courtesy]

 

Two explosions at fireworks workshops outside Mexico City on Thursday killed at least 24 people, including rescue workers, and injured dozens more, officials said, in the latest deadly blast to hit a town known for its fireworks production.

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