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Mumbai Coastal Road Crash: Six Vehicles Collide, SUV Burns
✍️ India's News.Net
🗓 14 Nov 2026, 07:47 AM
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A multi‑vehicle collision on Mumbai’s Coastal Road left six cars involved, with one SUV catching fire. Authorities are investigating the cause.
A collision involving six vehicles occurred on Mumbai’s Coastal Road, resulting in a fire that engulfed one of the SUVs involved. The incident took place in the early hours of the morning, prompting a swift response from local traffic police and fire services. The SUV’s engine compartment ignited, forcing the vehicle’s occupants to evacuate quickly.
Firefighters arrived within minutes and managed to extinguish the blaze before it spread to nearby vehicles. No injuries have been reported to date, and the authorities have secured the scene for a preliminary investigation.
Mumbai Police have launched an inquiry into the circumstances that led to the crash, focusing on driver behaviour, road conditions, and vehicle maintenance. The investigation will determine whether any traffic violations or mechanical failures contributed to the incident.
The Coastal Road, a busy artery along the Arabian Sea, has seen increased traffic in recent months. Officials urge drivers to exercise caution, especially during peak hours, to prevent similar accidents.
Firefighters arrived within minutes and managed to extinguish the blaze before it spread to nearby vehicles. No injuries have been reported to date, and the authorities have secured the scene for a preliminary investigation.
Mumbai Police have launched an inquiry into the circumstances that led to the crash, focusing on driver behaviour, road conditions, and vehicle maintenance. The investigation will determine whether any traffic violations or mechanical failures contributed to the incident.
The Coastal Road, a busy artery along the Arabian Sea, has seen increased traffic in recent months. Officials urge drivers to exercise caution, especially during peak hours, to prevent similar accidents.