Mercedes-Benz catches fire in Blue Hills, no injuries reported

EMS spokesperson Xolile Khumalo shares safety measures that motorists can take when their car catches fire.

A Mercedes-Benz burst into flames in Blue Hills on July 20 and the cause was not known.

This is the second vehicle to catch fire in two months. The first incident occurred in June in Halfway House where a black Opel Corsa bakkie caught fire.
In the most recent incident, residents spotted thick black smoke rising from the Olifantsfontein Road intersection where the vehicle was stationed. Bystanders immediately called Emergency Management Service (EMS) who responded quickly.

EMS spokesperson Xolile Khumalo said, “The entire car burnt and we are not certain about the cause. The driver said she stopped at the robots and the fire started.”
According to Khumalo, the immediate focus of the firefighters was to ensure the safety of the surrounding properties and residents. Fortunately, no injuries were reported.
“The fire and rescue team were able to extinguish the fire before it could spread to the surrounding areas.”

The Mercedes-Benz catches fire at the Olifantsfontein Road intersection. Source: Twitter

EMS shared safety measures to take when your vehicle catches fire:

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