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Alert driver gets 46 passengers out of a burning ST bus in Chandwad Ghat, Nashik

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An ST bus caught fire in Chandwad Ghat, Nashik, Maharashtra. Because the driver was alert, all 46 passengers got out in time, says News18 Marathi.

Key Lessons

  • The driver's alertness gave the passengers time to get out, and a major tragedy was averted.
  • All 46 passengers escaped, according to the video's description.
  • General guidance: stop the bus at the first sight or smell of smoke, switch off the engine and get everyone out by the nearest exit.
  • General guidance: move well away from a burning bus and call 101 or 112. Do not go back for luggage.

What Happened

News18 Marathi reports that an ST bus of the state transport corporation suddenly caught fire in Chandwad Ghat in Nashik district, Maharashtra. According to the video's description, the driver's alertness meant that all 46 passengers got out in time and a major tragedy was averted. The video, in Marathi, shows the bus burning on the highway, with a reporter from Nashik giving the details.

Tags:Bus fireEvacuationST busMaharashtraNashik

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