Surgery & Oxygen: Saving Alicia Matías’s Granddaughter
Little Jaclyn Fights for Life After Iztapalapa Explosion, Grandmother Remembered as Hero
Iztapalapa, Mexico City – Two-year-old Jaclyn Azulet continues to fight for her life in the 21st Century Hospital following the devastating gas pipe explosion in Iztapalapa that claimed the lives of 11 people, including her grandmother, Alicia Matías Teodoro. Jaclyn is in delicate condition, battling third-degree burns sustained in the tragic incident.
According to Sandra Barajas, Jaclyn’s aunt adn Alicia’s daughter, the toddler has already undergone surgery on her hands and feet in an effort to prevent limb loss. Doctors at the 21st Century Hospital, where Jaclyn is receiving intensive care, report that she suffered extensive third-degree burns.
“They already made surgery, they already made transplants. The doctors now have it in intensive therapy, wiht oxygen to help her breathe, as the explosion was so strong that it caused damage,” Barajas told reporters.
Jaclyn’s survival is attributed to the heroic actions of her grandmother, alicia Matías Teodoro, who shielded the little girl during the explosion. Alicia tragically succumbed to burns covering 98% of her body on September 12th at the Magdalena de las Salinas Hospital, two days after the incident.
The family is placing their faith in the medical team and hoping for support from authorities. “We trust God and that the authorities will help us to give the best attention and to receive what he needs,” Sandra said.
Images of Alicia carrying Jaclyn in her arms promptly after the explosion, and also video footage showing police officer Sergio Soriano rushing them to a nearby hospital, have gone viral, highlighting the human stories amidst the tragedy.
Jaclyn remains in intensive care, and her condition is described as delicate. The community continues to rally around the family, offering support and prayers for the little girl’s recovery.