A major accident occurred on the Delhi-Agra Expressway in Mathura district on Tuesday. An initial accident led to a fire that engulfed three to four buses and a car. The buses were full of passengers. Panic and chaos ensued as the fire spread.
Multiple Buses Engulfed in Flames in Mathura Accident
New Delhi: A horrific road accident occurred on the Delhi-Agra Expressway in Mathura district on Tuesday. According to preliminary information, one vehicle was involved in an initial accident, after which three to four buses and a car suddenly caught fire. The fire quickly intensified.
According to the latest information, four people have died, and over 50 others have been injured. A large number of passengers are distressed. At the site, 11 fire brigades and 14 ambulances are engaged in rescue operations. The District Magistrate, SSP, along with the CO and SDM, are also present.
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The buses were completely full of passengers at the time of the accident. As soon as the fire broke out, there was chaos and screaming among the passengers. Many people were seen jumping from the buses to save their lives. According to eyewitnesses, the fire spread rapidly after a loud explosion.
Upon receiving the information, teams from the police, district administration, and fire department reached the spot. Firefighters managed to bring the fire under control after considerable effort. Efforts were made to safely evacuate the passengers, although casualties are feared.
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Following the accident, traffic has been temporarily suspended on this section of the expressway. The administration is investigating the matter and trying to ascertain the cause of the fire.
