Mural Erects as Tribute at Explosion Site in CDMX for Alicia Matías, Hero Grandmother who Perished Saving her Granddaughter
In the aftermath of last week's tragic gas tanker explosion in Mexico City's Iztapalapa borough, a mural has been painted to honour Alicia Matías, a 49-year-old woman who lost her life while protecting her granddaughter from the disaster.
The mural, painted alongside a pedestrian bridge near the site of the explosion, features a large figure of the Virgin of Guadalupe covering Alicia, who is depicted with angel wings and carrying her granddaughter. Snoke, a 33-year-old urban artist, is responsible for the heartfelt artwork.
Veteran graffiti artist Yonerone donated materials and paid for the scaffolding for the mural, painting it with great affection and respect for Alicia's courageous and loving act. The owners of the building where the mural was painted granted permission for the project.
The death toll from the explosion has risen to 15, and several of the 90 victims remain in critical condition. The Mexico City and México state governments are providing financial support to the victims, with some families receiving stipends of 20,000 pesos, while others have been given 50,000 pesos.
The granddaughter of Alicia Matías was transferred to the Shriners Children's Hospital in Galveston, Texas, over the weekend, and is currently in delicate, but stable condition. A memorial to the victims of the explosion, with flowers, candles, and a message saying "Santa Martha is in mourning," continues to grow next to the mural.
Mayor Clara Brugada stated that reparations will eventually be provided by Grupo Tomza, the owner of the tanker, although reports from Animal Político suggest that neither the company nor its insurance companies have been in touch with victims' families.
This initial support from the Mexico City and México state governments is a testament to the community's solidarity and compassion in the face of this tragedy. The Michou y Mau Foundation, a Mexican non-profit, also provided help for the granddaughter's transfer.
As the city continues to mourn and rebuild, the mural stands as a symbol of hope and resilience, honoring the memory of Alicia Matías and the love she showed for her family in her final moments.
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