On the night of Tuesday, June 30, 2026, fans celebrating Mexico\u2019s World Cup victory over Ecuador caused significant disruption on Avenida Ju\u00e1rez in Puebla by knocking down three traffic lights at the intersection with 25 Sur. These traffic signals remain out of service, prompting municipal traffic officers to manage the flow manually while new posts are installed. <\/p>\n
The local government has urged drivers to exercise extreme caution, as the intersection currently operates without traffic lights. Officers are stationed at the site to help prevent accidents and guide both drivers and pedestrians through the busy area. <\/p>\n
Authorities also recommend that commuters plan extra travel time, follow the directions of traffic personnel, and consider alternative routes until the semaphores are fully restored. <\/p>\n
This incident follows a pattern of intense celebrations in the area. After Mexico\u2019s earlier win against South Korea, a young woman was injured falling from the Benito Ju\u00e1rez monument\u2014known locally as the \u00c1ngel de la Avenida Ju\u00e1rez\u2014leading officials to install metal barriers around the site to prevent climbing. However, during the Ecuador victory celebrations, fans tore down these protective fences and climbed the monument again, disregarding safety measures. <\/p>\n
While these moments of national pride highlight the passion of Mexican football fans, they also underscore the challenges cities face in balancing public celebration with safety and infrastructure protection. The ongoing installation of the cableb\u00fas or telef\u00e9rico in Puebla offers a promising alternative for urban mobility, potentially easing congestion and providing safer, more efficient transport options for residents and visitors alike.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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