A bus travelling on the M3 highway near Newlands Forest in Cape Town caught fire on Tuesday morning shortly before 07:00.
Story Summary:
- A bus caught fire on the M3 highway near Newlands Forest in Cape Town early Tuesday morning.
- Firefighters responded quickly, ensuring there were no injuries reported.
- Traffic on the M3 outbound was obstructed, with both lanes closed due to the incident.
M3 bus fire: Here’s what we know so far
Residents in the area reported hearing a “loud bang” followed by thick smoke billowing from the scene.
The fire reportedly spread to grassy areas along the roadside.
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Jermaine Carelse, spokesperson for the City of Cape Town Fire and Rescue Service, confirmed that firefighters from Wynberg and Salt River fire stations were deployed to extinguish the blaze.
Carelse added that there were no injuries reported in the incident.
City Traffic spokesperson Maxine Bezuidenhout stated that the bus fire occurred on the outbound side of the highway.
Both outbound lanes were obstructed, resulting in significant traffic disruptions.
Authorities have not yet provided an update on when the highway will be fully reopened.
Firefighters and traffic officials are managing the situation to prevent further escalation.
Motorists are advised to use alternative routes to avoid delays and congestion caused by the incident.
Further updates on the status of the road and the cause of the fire are expected from city officials.
