Fire at Dunosusa Store in Chetumal Causes Estimated 2 Million Pesos in Damages
Chetumal, Quintana Roo — A fire early Saturday morning at a Dunosusa grocery store in Chetumal caused an estimated 2 million pesos (about $100,000) in damages, authorities said.
The blaze broke out at the store located at the intersection of 16 de Septiembre and Venustiano Carranza avenues. Firefighters, rescue personnel, and paramedics responded and worked together to contain the fire and ensure public safety.
Police cordoned off the area to prevent accidents and allow emergency vehicles to pass.
Firefighters used specialized equipment to prevent the flames from spreading to nearby buildings. The intensity of the fire made it impossible to immediately determine the cause.
During the operation, a female firefighter suffered smoke inhalation inside the store. She was treated on site by a paramedic from the Medical Emergency Response Unit (UREM) and stabilized without further complications.
The State Prosecutor’s Office has taken over the investigation into the cause of the fire.
Javier Mendez covers public safety, law enforcement, and legal affairs in Quintana Roo. He monitors official reports from the FGE (State Prosecutor's Office), the Mexican Navy, and municipal police to deliver accurate English summaries of crime, trafficking cases, arrests, and court rulings affecting the Riviera Maya region.Javier has been covering crime and public safety news since 2023, reporting on cases ranging from felony arrests and human trafficking investigations to court proceedings and organized crime-related incidents across Cancún, Playa del Carmen, Tulum, and Chetumal. His reporting provides English-speaking residents and travelers with reliable, timely information about safety conditions in Quintana Roo's major tourist destinations.Javier works closely with official government sources and press offices to verify facts before publication, and maintains an archive of law enforcement communications to provide context for ongoing stories. He is dedicated to accurate, factual reporting on complex safety issues that affect both residents and visitors to the region.For story tips: javier@rivieramayanews.mx
