Lorry caught fire at Rajahmundry petrol station, major accident averted

A truck caught fire at the Divan Cheruvu petrol station near Rajahmundry, causing panic among drivers and staff present at the spot.

The incident occurred when a truck returning to Vijayawada with a load of tiles from Gujarat stopped at the petrol station for diesel fuel. Eyewitnesses reported that flames suddenly erupted from the cabin of the vehicle, causing people to flee the spot in fear.

Fortunately, the quick response of local firefighters averted a major accident. The fire brigade arrived promptly and doused the fire, ensuring the safety of people in the vicinity.

Preliminary investigations suggest that the fire was possibly caused by a short circuit in the truck’s electrical system. Officials are continuing to investigate the incident to determine the full extent of the damage and assess safety measures at the petrol station.