Train Fire: A fire broke out on the Tatanagar-Ernakulam Express at Yalamanchili near Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh.
One person died in the accident. Two coaches of the train caught fire, which was reported at 12:45 am.
The deceased has been identified as Chandrashekhar Sundaram. A total of 158 passengers were on board the two coaches at the time of the incident.
Digital Desk, New Delhi. A fire suddenly broke out on the Tatanagar-Ernakulam Express, causing panic throughout the train. One person died in the accident. The accident occurred in Yalamanchili, about 66 km from Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh.
According to local officials, two coaches of the train caught fire. The fire was reported at around 12:45 am.
Fire in AC coach
Officials say, “When the train caught fire, there were 82 passengers in one coach and 76 in the other. However, a body was recovered from coach B1. The deceased has been identified as Chandrashekhar Sundaram.”
Coaches detached from train
Fire brigade teams arrived at the scene as soon as the fire was reported. After several hours of effort, the fire was brought under control. Both damaged coaches have been detached from the train.
Investigation continues
The cause of the fire is still unclear. A forensic team has arrived at the scene and is investigating the matter, but the cause of the fire is still unknown. Some passengers have also been reported injured by the flames and have been sent to the hospital for treatment.
