Have you ever had an experience so life threatening and so bogus that when you tell the story to people, they don’t believe you? Here’s a story that’s so insane that you’re going to question if you believe it or not. Can you guess if this story is true?
Many people’s memories from their visit to Mexico City are from its beautiful culture, amazing architecture, and delicious food, but one teenager’s experience was unforgettable not because of the great tacos, but because they got trapped in an elevator after a sudden earthquake.
Junior Camilla Delgado was on vacation with their family, exploring the streets of Mexico City. On a sunny afternoon, they decided to visit the Museo Nacional de Antropología in the heart of the city. “We were so excited to see the great history of Mexico,” Delgado shared. “It was supposed to be a fun day out, not a terrifying nightmare!” After spending hours admiring the exhibits, Delgado and their family decided to head to the museum’s rooftop café for a quick snack. They stepped into the elevator, and as the doors closed, they felt a sudden rumble. “It felt like a big truck was passing by,” Delgado recalled. “But then, the ground really started shaking.”
What began as a minor tremor quickly escalated into a full blown earthquake, registering a magnitude of 7.1. The elevator jolted and came to a halt between floors. “Everything went dark, and it felt like the walls were closing in,” Delgado said. “It was terrifying. I couldn’t believe this was happening. I squeezed my eyes shut as I felt my body being tossed around in the elevator.”
But before Delgado could take care of their own needs, being an older sibling came first. “My brother started to panic, and I just kept telling him to breathe,” Delgado explained. “I felt scared too, but I had to stay calm for him.” The family pressed the emergency button rapidly, but there was no response. All they could do was wait and listen to the distant sounds of alarms and chaos outside.
While the initial shock of the earthquake was daunting, Delgado and their family quickly realized they needed to stay together and support each other. “We started talking about our favorite memories from past vacations to distract ourselves,” Delgado said. “It helped take our minds off what was happening.”
Meanwhile, outside the elevator, emergency responders were quickly assessing the situation. After what felt like an eternity, the sound of voices reached Delgados ears. “We could hear rescuers calling out to us,” they said. “I felt a rush of relief. They were coming for us!” Rescuers pried open the elevator doors, and Delgado’s family was finally pulled to safety.
Once outside, Delgado was overwhelmed with emotion. “I hugged my family so tightly,” Delgado said. “We were so grateful to be together.” The family joined other visitors outside the museum, where they witnessed the aftermath of the earthquake. “It was chaotic, but we felt lucky to be safe,” Delgado stated.
Delgado’s adventure took a turn that they never expected, but it taught them valuable lessons about resilience and family. “I went on vacation to see art, but I came back with a story I’ll tell for the rest of my life,” they said with a smile. As they continued their trip, Delgado and their family embraced every moment, knowing that sometimes, it’s the unexpected experiences that create the most memorable stories.
