Three Killed in Palnadu Lorry Fire Accident
A tragic road accident in Palnadu district claimed the lives of three people after two lorries collided and caught fire on a national highway near Boyapalem. The accident caused panic among motorists as flames quickly engulfed the vehicles following the collision.
According to preliminary information, a lorry moving on the highway rammed into another lorry that was reportedly parked on the roadside. The impact of the collision resulted in a massive fire, trapping three people inside the vehicles. Despite rescue efforts, they were reportedly burnt alive at the spot.
Local residents and commuters alerted the police and emergency services after noticing the flames. Firefighters rushed to the location and brought the situation under control. Police teams reached the spot, cleared the damaged vehicles and began an investigation into the cause of the accident.
Authorities are collecting details regarding the identities of the deceased and the circumstances that led to the collision. The incident caused temporary disruption to traffic movement on the highway.
Police officials have urged drivers to remain cautious while travelling on highways, especially at night, and said further details will be revealed after completion of the investigation.