A motor car was destroyed by fire after it collided with a lamp post at Rose Hall, East Canje, Berbice. The incident occurred sometime around 10:00h, prompting an immediate response from the New Amsterdam Fire Service.
According to information released by fire officials, the Fire Service received the emergency call at 22:01h Thursday night, reporting a vehicle engulfed in flames. Firefighters were dispatched to the scene, where they found a white motor car, PKK 1039, already extensively damaged by fire.
They reportedly used one jet to bring the blaze under control.
Investigations revealed that the fire began after the car reportedly collided with a lamp post, rupturing its fuel line. The leaking gasoline then came into contact with high temperatures in the engine compartment, igniting almost instantly. The flames quickly spread throughout the vehicle, resulting in severe damage.
No injuries were reported, and authorities have not released information on the driver’s condition or whether anyone else was inside the vehicle at the time of the crash.
Meanwhile, fire officials are urging motorists to exercise caution, noting that ruptured fuel lines combined with hot engine components can lead to rapid and uncontrollable fires, particularly after collisions.
Police say the matter remains under investigation.
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