A routine journey turned into a nightmare on the Bhawanipatna-Raipur National Highway when a moving car suddenly burst into flames. The incident occurred near Sindhekela as a couple was traveling toward Bhawanipatna.
A sudden short circuit is suspected to have triggered the blaze near Skundhimunda, causing the vehicle to ignite in the middle of the road. In a miraculous turn of events, the couple managed to exit the vehicle just in time, narrowly escaping a tragic fate.
Key Details:
Emergency Response: Sindhekela police and the fire department rushed to the scene.
Traffic Impact: The burning vehicle caused a temporary standstill on the busy highway.
Damage: Despite the firefighters' efforts, the car was completely gutted.
The swift action of the fire brigade eventually brought the situation under control, restoring traffic flow and preventing further danger to commuters.