On February 6th, around 9 AM, a major container truck fire erupted at Km62 on An Khe Pass, Binh Dinh. The truck, en route from Binh Dinh to Gia Lai, suddenly burst into flames. The incident not only caused property damage but also resulted in hours of traffic congestion. What’s the real story behind the truck fire and looting in Binh Dinh?
Container Truck Engulfed in Flames on An Khe Pass
Initial reports indicate that the container truck was driven by a driver named Tai (residing in Canh Vinh, Van Canh). The cause of the fire is still under investigation. However, according to some witnesses, the fire started in the front of the truck and quickly spread to the entire container.
Burning container truck on An Khe Pass, with thick smoke billowing into the sky.
Due to the fire occurring on a curve on the pass, many vehicles traveling on National Highway 19 had to stop, causing severe traffic congestion. Authorities quickly arrived at the scene to extinguish the fire and regulate traffic.
Hours of Traffic Congestion
The An Khe Pass area is far from the center, making access to the scene difficult. It was not until 12 PM on the same day that authorities controlled the fire and diverted traffic one way. Fortunately, there were no casualties.
Traffic jam on National Highway 19 due to the container truck fire on An Khe Pass.
The truck fire in Binh Dinh once again raises a warning about traffic safety, especially for freight vehicles. Regular inspection and maintenance of vehicles are essential to prevent unfortunate incidents.
Unverified Looting Information
Although information about looting at the scene of the fire has been circulating on social media, there is no confirmed evidence of this to date. Authorities are continuing to investigate the cause of the fire and will strictly handle any violations of the law.
Police officers at the scene of the container truck fire, conducting investigations and managing traffic.
Conclusion
The container truck fire on An Khe Pass, Binh Dinh, is an unfortunate incident that caused property damage and affected traffic. The cause of the fire is under investigation. There is no official information about looting at the scene. We will continue to update the latest information on this incident.
