Private Travels Bus Was Suddenly Engulfed in Flames
According to preliminary reports, the incident occurred due to a suspected short circuit in the vehicle. The fire reportedly started in the engine compartment and quickly spread, engulfing the entire bus within minutes. Thick smoke billowed into the sky, causing alarm among commuters and nearby residents.
Hyderabad: Panic spread near Rishikonda on the Beach Road in Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh, after private travels bus suddenly caught fire while in motion on Monday.
According to preliminary reports, the incident occurred due to a suspected short circuit in the vehicle. The fire reportedly started in the engine compartment and quickly spread, engulfing the entire bus within minutes. Thick smoke billowed into the sky, causing alarm among commuters and nearby residents.
On receiving information, fire brigade teams and local police rushed to the spot. Firefighters battled the flames for some time before successfully bringing the blaze under control.
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Fortunately, all passengers on board managed to exit the bus safely before the fire intensified, preventing any loss of life. Officials stated that the timely evacuation averted a potential tragedy.
The bus was completely gutted in the fire, resulting in significant financial loss. Authorities are currently assessing the extent of the damage.
Police have registered a case and initiated an investigation to determine the exact cause of the fire and confirm the number of passengers travelling at the time of the incident. Further details are awaited.
