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- A KSRTC bus traveling from Perinthalmanna to Kottayam caught fire early Tuesday morning near a fish market in Pattambi.
- The driver noticed smoke coming from the front of the vehicle and successfully evacuated all 60 passengers before the flames spread.
- Local residents and emergency services assisted in extinguishing the fire, which caused temporary traffic disruptions.
- Authorities believe a short circuit near the gearbox caused the incident and are investigating the maintenance records of the bus.
What to watch next
- Departmental investigation results into bus maintenance
- Official confirmation of the short circuit cause
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Named India · KSRTC · Kottayam · Pattambi · Pattambi Fire and Rescue Service · Perinthalmanna
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