On March 30, 2026, a massive traffic accident involving at least 10 vehicles forced authorities to close the México–Puebla highway near Río Frío, leaving several injured and causing major disruptions.
Key Facts
- Date & Time: Monday, March 30, 2026, around 11:00 a.m.
- Location: México–Puebla toll highway, near Río Frío, at the border between Puebla and the State of Mexico.
- Accidents: Two separate collisions occurred within a short distance.
- First crash: At kilometer 69 near Llano Grande, a pile-up involving at least 10 vehicles.
- Second crash: One kilometer ahead, another multiple collision left at least three people injured.
- Additional incident: Earlier, at kilometer 75 in Tlahuapan, another accident resulted in one fatality.
Response
- Traffic diversion: Vehicles were redirected to the federal México–Puebla road at Río Frío to ease congestion.
- Authorities involved: Caminos y Puentes Federales (CAPUFE) and the National Guard coordinated traffic control and safety measures.
- Emergency services: Rescue teams worked to treat the injured and remove damaged vehicles from the highway.
Impact
- Highway closure: The toll road remained blocked for several hours, causing significant delays for travelers heading to Puebla and Mexico City.
- Safety concerns: Authorities urged drivers to exercise caution, as chain-reaction crashes often occur in this mountainous stretch due to speed and visibility issues.
This incident underscores the risks of heavy traffic and poor driving conditions on major highways, highlighting the importance of strict safety measures and cautious driving to prevent large-scale accidents.
Source: Municipios Puebla
