Bus caught fire while in motion near Aytos: No injuries

An intercity bus caught fire while in motion this evening, causing panic among the passengers. The incident, which could have turned into a tragedy, happened shortly after the turnoff for the village of Mirolyubovo in the direction of Aytos.

A BNT reporter, on the scene, felt the strong smell of burning and the tension that was read on the faces of those present. The fire, which broke out unexpectedly, quickly engulfed the bus. Cut off from the fiery hell, the group of passengers watched the destruction of the vehicle.

The police confirmed to BNT that, fortunately, there were no casualties among the passengers. This is perceived as a great relief against the background of the difficult situation.

According to initial information, the cause of the incident was a flat tire. The specificity of what happened reminds us of the importance of regular maintenance of vehicles, especially when it comes to public transport.

The bus is partially located on the roadway, but fortunately, it was not necessary to close the section, which would have further complicated the situation. Two police teams are present at the scene of the incident, coordinating actions to ensure safety. The passengers have already been evacuated and are expected to be transported to their final destination. An investigation is underway to determine all the circumstances surrounding the incident.