Pyrotechnic Proximity: Bolivia's Deadly Blasts and the Hazards of Military Storage The blasts that rocked a Bolivian military base in Viacha, killing at least 10 people and injuring dozens more, serve as a grim reminder of the perils of storing pyrotechnic materials on military facilities.
The incident raises questions about the safety protocols in place for such storage and whether they are adequate to prevent similar disasters.
The explosions occurred on Friday in an area used to store pyrotechnic material, including fireworks.