World Death Toll in Mexico Blast Rises to 79; Leader Vows to Intensify Crackdown on Fuel Theft January 19, 2019January 20, 2019PAULINA VILLEGAS and KIRK SEMPLEComments Off on Death Toll in Mexico Blast Rises to 79; Leader Vows to Intensify Crackdown on Fuel Theft The pipeline north of Mexico City exploded after thieves ruptured the line, causing an explosion that killed at least 79 people and injured 81 others.
