Key Points
Gas tanker collision leads to massive fire
Container driver injured and hospitalized
Firefighters control blaze quickly
Police regulate traffic at accident site
According to the police, the tanker had suffered a tire puncture, and the driver was in the process of fixing it. Meanwhile, the container vehicle carrying an auto-load approached from behind and collided with the tanker.
Due to the impact, the gas tanker started leaking, leading to a massive fire.
The container driver sustained injuries in the accident and was immediately shifted to Chittoor Government Hospital for treatment.
Upon receiving the information, firefighters rushed to the scene and managed to bring the flames under control.
Bangarupalem Police Station Circle inspector Kathi Srinivasulu arrived at the scene, regulated traffic, and ensured the smooth movement of vehicles.
Further details are awaited.
Comments:
Rahul K.
This could have been so much worse! Thank god the firefighters responded quickly 🙏 Hope the injured driver recovers soon.
Priya M.
Why do these tankers keep having accidents? The government needs stricter safety checks for gas transport vehicles.
Suresh T.
My cousin drives on that route daily. Scary to think how close this was to becoming a major tragedy. Kudos to the emergency teams!
Anjali P.
The driver was just fixing a flat tire when this happened 😢 So unlucky. Hope the hospital gives him proper care.
Vikram S.
They should install more warning signs when vehicles are stopped on highways. This was preventable with better road safety measures.
