Mini truck catches fire on Bachupally-Miyapur road, police prevent major accident

A mini truck caught fire on Bachupally–Miyapur Road near Urbanrise on Thursday, causing panic among commuters. Bachupally police quickly reached the spot and used fire extinguishers to control the flames, preventing major damage. No casualties were reported.

Hyderabad: A mini truck caught fire on the Bachupally–Miyapur Road opposite Urbanrise on Thursday, triggering panic among commuters. However, no casualties were reported.

On being alerted by commuters, police personnel from Bachupally reached the spot and used the fire extinguishers available in the patrol vehicle to douse the flames before they could spread.

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Their prompt response prevented a major accident and ensured that the fire did not engulf the vehicle or its cargo.

Officials said the fire was brought under control within minutes, preventing damage to the goods being transported.

The cause of the fire is yet to be ascertained.