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Fire truck catches fire after crash in Udaipur, two firefighters killed
✍️ First India
🗓 02 Nov 2026, 10:01 AM
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A fire truck involved in a road collision in Udaipur, Rajasthan, ignited, killing two crew members.
A fire engine traveling on a highway near Udaipur overturned after colliding with a vehicle, and the wreckage caught fire. The blaze spread rapidly, engulfing the cabin where two firefighters were seated. Both men were pronounced dead at the scene as the flames proved uncontrollable.
Emergency services arrived within minutes, but the intensity of the fire limited rescue attempts. The incident prompted a temporary shutdown of the nearby road segment while investigators secured the site.
Local police have opened an inquiry to determine the cause of the collision and whether any safety protocols were breached. The fire department has announced a review of its vehicle maintenance and emergency response procedures to prevent similar tragedies.
Emergency services arrived within minutes, but the intensity of the fire limited rescue attempts. The incident prompted a temporary shutdown of the nearby road segment while investigators secured the site.
Local police have opened an inquiry to determine the cause of the collision and whether any safety protocols were breached. The fire department has announced a review of its vehicle maintenance and emergency response procedures to prevent similar tragedies.