What Can Cause A Bus To Catch Fire While Moving?
On the night of September 23, an AC sleeper bus travelling from Noida towards Mahoba caught fire on the Yamuna Expressway near Jewar. At least nine people were killed, while several others were injured. Most passengers were reportedly asleep when the fire broke out. The exact cause is still being investigated. So, what can cause a bus to catch fire while it is moving? Here are some common possibilities. (File Photo)
Electrical Short Circuit: One of the possible causes of a vehicle fire is an electrical short circuit. Damaged wires, loose connections, overloaded circuits or faulty electrical components can generate excessive heat and potentially ignite nearby combustible material. (Image: AI-Generated)
Problems In The AC System: AC buses have additional electrical and mechanical components compared with non-AC vehicles. A fault in wiring, a damaged component or overheating in the system can potentially become a source of ignition. (Image: AI-Generated)
Engine Overheating Or Mechanical Failure: The engine compartment contains several components that operate at high temperatures. Mechanical failures, overheating or damaged parts can create enough heat to ignite flammable materials or fluids. (Image: AI-Generated)
Fuel Or Oil Leakage: Fuel and lubricants are highly flammable. If a fuel line, tank or other component develops a leak, the liquid can come into contact with a hot engine component and ignite. Once a fire starts around the engine, fuel and other combustible materials can help it spread quickly. (Image: AI-Generated)
Tyre Or Wheel Problems: Tyres and wheel assemblies can also become sources of extreme heat. Problems such as under-inflation, excessive friction, brake failure or damaged wheel bearings can cause temperatures to rise. (Image: Pexels)
Poor Maintenance: Regular inspection and maintenance can help identify damaged wires, leaking fluids, worn tyres and mechanical problems before they become serious. (Image: AI-Generated)
