Panic gripped the Thakurganj area of Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh, on Tuesday after a moving car suddenly caught fire in the middle of the road. The terrifying incident occurred when two individuals traveling in the vehicle noticed smoke and flames billowing out from the car’s bonnet. Acting swiftly, the driver immediately brought the car to a halt, and both occupants jumped out just in time, narrowly escaping a potential tragedy.

Within moments of their escape, the vehicle was completely engulfed in flames, turning into a fireball on the busy street. The sight of the burning car caused chaos in the area, bringing traffic to a standstill as commuters watched in shock. Local police were alerted immediately and rushed to the scene to manage the situation and control the crowd.

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Upon receiving the distress call, the fire department dispatched two fire tenders from the Chowk Fire Station to the location. Firefighters worked quickly to douse the flames, eventually bringing the fire under control. However, by then, the car had sustained severe damage. According to reports, the prompt action of the passengers saved their lives, preventing what could have been a fatal accident. A video of the incident, showing the car up in flames, has surfaced on social media platforms, highlighting the intensity of the blaze. Authorities cleared the traffic jam caused by the incident shortly after the fire was extinguished.