Nagpur: A major mishap was narrowly avoided in Nagpur on Tuesday afternoon when a moving car suddenly caught fire at Omkar Nagar Square. The driver’s quick thinking helped him escape unhurt just in time. The incident occurred around 12:30 PM when a Ford Figo car traveling through the area suddenly emitted smoke from the engine compartment and was soon engulfed in flames.
According to reports, the car owner Shailesh Kavre noticed smoke coming from the bonnet while driving. He immediately stopped the car by the roadside and jumped out to safety. Within seconds, the entire car caught fire and was completely engulfed in flames.
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Onlookers at the scene screamed for help, and some rushed to assist. Several people promptly alerted the fire brigade. Within minutes, two fire tenders from the Nagpur Municipal Corporation reached the spot. The firefighters managed to control the blaze after about 20 minutes of intense effort.
The car suffered extensive damage, with both the front and rear sections completely charred. Thankfully, no injuries or loss of life occurred due to the driver’s timely action.
However, the incident caused temporary traffic congestion at Omkar Nagar Square, and thick smoke led to panic among local residents. Police officials quickly diverted traffic to reduce chaos in the area.
The exact cause of the fire is still under investigation, but preliminary suspicions point to possible electrical malfunction, overheating engine components, or a fuel leak. Authorities from the fire and police departments are continuing their inquiry.
Experts have reiterated the importance of regular technical maintenance of vehicles. Particularly, systems like the electrical wiring, fuel lines, and engine should be routinely checked to prevent such incidents in the future. Nagpur has witnessed similar incidents in the past, highlighting the need for increased vigilance among vehicle owners.
