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Bus Catches Fire in Guaymallén, Scorching Nearby Tree

Police cite a suspected electrical fault pending a review of the cause.

Overview

  • The Maipú (Grupo 300) unit began burning while in motion in Dorrego, according to police sources.
  • The incident occurred minutes before 19:00 at Cobos and Pueyrredón on Monday.
  • Neighbors alerted 911, prompting several firefighting crews to extinguish the blaze and cool the vehicle.
  • Authorities reported no injuries, though traffic was temporarily disrupted during the emergency response.
  • Later reports noted the cause remains under investigation despite initial indications of a technical or electrical fault.