Four Casualties Reported Amid Mexico City World Cup Joy

A 19‑year‑old woman is among those who died from suffocation during celebrations in Mexico City on Tuesday. A 48‑year‑old woman and a 44‑year‑old man also lost their lives after the crowd descended on the city following Mexico’s 2‑0 victory over Ecuador, the capital’s health authority said on Wednesday. City officials later reported that a 30‑year‑old man died in an epileptic crisis.

More than one million people took to the streets around the Angel of Independence monument to mark Mexico’s first World Cup knockout win since 1986. Emergency services treated three unconscious people at different locations along Paseo de la Reforma before transporting them to hospitals. After performing first aid and CPR, the patients were transferred to specialised units.

Mayor Clara Brugada expressed her "most sincere condolences" to the families of the victims and pledged support in the coming days. In a social media post after the deaths were announced, she urged fans to "always celebrate with responsibility, care, and empathy."

Mexico’s win sparked wild celebrations across Estadio Azteca and the city, with fireworks lighting the night long after the final whistle. Prior to the match, Brugada advised those hoping to watch on the Angel of Independence to look elsewhere due to the huge crowds.

More than 20 million people live in Mexico City’s metropolitan area, making it one of the most densely populated places on the planet. The win sends Mexico into the World Cup’s round of 16, where they now face England. This article brings you the latest updates on the tragic incidents and the city’s response. Read the full story on BBC.