Overview

• A fire erupted on a BMW 1 Series near the Kasarvadavali signal at about 12:06 pm on August 16, prompting the driver and two passengers to evacuate immediately
• A team from the Balkum Fire Department led by Station Officer Vetal deployed a fire engine and rescue vehicle to contain the flames by 12:45 pm
• Officials closed the affected stretch of Ghodbunder Road for nearly an hour, causing significant traffic jams before reopening the route
• No injuries were reported as a bystander alerted emergency services and the occupants escaped safely after noticing smoke
• Officials have yet to determine what caused the fire and are conducting a formal inquiry