An emergency broke out on Monday afternoon in the municipality of Reforma, Chiapas, after a fire broke out in a gas pipeline in the municipality of fire in a 30-inch gas pipeline operated by Petróleos Mexicanos (Pemex). The incident occurred at the injection point that connects the Cactus Gas Processing Complex with its regulation and measurement station.
Fire in Pemex pipeline reaches the military protection zone
The authorities confirmed that the fire was contained by specialized Pemex personnel, who activated immediate response protocols to prevent the fire from spreading. During the event, five members of the Mexican Army who were near the site
The affected military personnel belong to a unit stationed in the vicinity of the complex. Cactus complexcomplex, which is evidence of the proximity between energy facilities and strategic security points. The Secretary of National Defense (Sedena) confirmed that its troops were carrying out surveillance work when the emergency occurred.
Ongoing investigation to determine the origin
Pemex informed that after containing the fire, a root-cause analysis will be initiated to determine what caused the incident in the pipeline. These actions are carried out under strict industrial safety standards and with the participation of specialists in pipeline integrity. pipeline integrity.
The state-owned company confirmed that the gas supply was not compromised thanks to the redundant operation systems and the rapid isolation of the affected section. At the same time, it reaffirmed Pemex’s commitment to the safety of neighboring communities and the prompt restoration of normal conditions in the area.
During the emergency, constant communication was maintained with the National Civil Protection Coordination and local authorities, ensuring a coordinated response. The Cactus complex is one of the main gas processing facilities in the country, which increases the relevance of this type of incident for national energy security.
Source: Pemex
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