Bolivia military barracks explosion September 2026
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Bolivian blast death toll rises to 7, search for missing soldiers
The explosions sent debris flying through the surrounding area, tearing roofs from buildings and uprooting trees, affecting dozens of homes.
Health Minister Marcela Flores said 84 people had been treated since the explosions, with 31 still in hospital.
The blasts happened on Friday afternoon in an area of the military facility used to store pyrotechnic material.
“Our Armed Forces are reviewing their protocols, and everything needed to provide greater safety, not only for enlisted personnel and officers, but also for nearby residents living close to military bases,”
Blast at Bolivian military barracks kills at least 10, injures dozens
Police spokesman Roger Roca said fireworks were stored at the military facility and the cause of the explosions remains under investigation.
Two explosions at a military facility in the Bolivian city of Viacha killed at least 10 people and injured dozens of others.
Firefighters warned that a heat source remained at the site and residents were urged to stay at least 150 metres away due to the risk of another explosion.
Bolivian military barracks explosion kills at least 10
The article was published on September 5, 2026.
An explosion occurred at a military barracks in Viacha, Bolivia.
The explosion injured dozens of people.