Tragedia en Viacha
Doble explosión en un cuartel militar de Bolivia deja múltiples heridos
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Two explosions ripped through a military barracks in Viacha, Bolivia, killing at least two people and injuring more than 81 others. The blasts struck the compound in quick succession, leaving soldiers and staff scrambling through rubble and smoke.
Emergency responders rushed to the scene to treat the wounded and search for survivors. The cause of the explosions remains under investigation as Bolivian authorities work to determine what triggered the twin blasts at the military installation.
Double Blast Devastates Viacha Military Base
The explosions occurred at the barracks in Viacha, a municipality near La Paz. According to El Día, the two blasts happened in rapid succession, creating chaos inside the compound. Soldiers and military personnel were caught in the blasts, with many suffering burns, shrapnel wounds, and crush injuries.
The force of the explosions damaged buildings within the barracks and scattered debris across a wide area. El Periódico reported that rescue teams had to carefully search through the wreckage to locate injured personnel and remove them for medical care.
Emergency Response and Casualty Count
Medical teams from La Paz and surrounding areas rushed to treat the 81-plus wounded. La Opinión de A Coruña confirmed that casualties included both military personnel and civilian workers at the installation. Hospitals across the region received the injured for emergency treatment.
The death toll stood at a minimum of two, though Levante-EMV noted that authorities feared the number could rise as rescue operations continued. Search teams worked through the night looking for people trapped under collapsed structures.
Cause of Explosions Still Unknown
Bolivian military and civil authorities launched an immediate investigation into what caused the twin explosions. Información stated that early reports suggested possible causes included ammunition storage accidents, gas leaks, or other industrial hazards within the barracks.
Officials secured the scene and restricted access to the compound. Diario de Ibiza reported that military forensic experts were examining the blast sites to gather evidence and determine the exact cause of the incident.
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