Last Monday, an unexpected phenomenon of water and steam surprised the residents of San Marcos Evangelista, a community located in the municipality of Zacoalco de Torres, Jalisco.
The event was recorded on Nicolás Bravo Street, generating alarm among the inhabitants of the place, who They recalled that a similar case occurred 25 years ago resulted in the tragic death of a girl.
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Concern among the neighbors for the new “boilers”
San Marcos Evangelista, with a population of around 3 thousand people, is mainly characterized by their agricultural activity. The neighbors have expressed concern about the constants water explosions, which have caused cracks and leaks that they call “booths.”
Yesenia Aguayo, resident of the community, mentioned that Uncertainty has increased due to rumors that circulate in social networks, which suggest that it could be a volcano about to erupt.
After an exhaustive evaluation by the authorities, the scientific committee of Jalisco determined that this phenomenon has a geological origin, related to the movement and presence of groundwater. The combination of geological factors, such as permeability … https://t.co/oasnhvhxh
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January 29, 2025
Authorities say there is no risk for the population
According to Jalisco Civil Protection, this phenomenon is due to a Geological failure linked to the presence of groundwater and certain earth movements that occurred in the area. Local authorities have ensured that there is no danger to the population, and that the incident should be resolved in a few days.
Martha Edith Mora, delegate of San Marcos Evangelista, He ruled out any link with seismic or volcanic activity. He clarified that It is only an eruption of water caused by friction, And according to reports, the phenomenon should disappear within approximately 48 hours.
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Despite official reports, the authorities have urged the population to stay away from the affected area, since water reaches temperatures close to 90 ° C, which could cause serious burns. Meanwhile, the area will remain cordoned off until the flow of water and steam has ceased completely.
With information from the Seismic and Volcanic Research Institute
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