Cancun, Q.R. — A family was lucky to walk away from an accident that left their car rolled and completely burned. On Sunday evening, the Cancun fire department were dispatched to the site of the single vehicle accident on Arco Vial Norte.
The driver was taking a corner at Monte de Gibraltar Avenue near the Real Valencia subdivision when he lost control and left the roadway. The vehicle hit a city streetlight and then rolled onto its roof.
Within minutes the car caught fire. All four people from inside the vehicle were able to get out before it burst into flames.
The accident was reported to emergency services around 7:00 p.m. Cancun firemen worked to combat the blaze while paramedics provided a roadside medical evaluation of the accident victims, none of whom, required a hospital transfer.
The car is believed to have caught fire due to a fuel spill. Firemen were unable to save the car. In a statement, they reported that the vehicle was a total loss.
“Personnel from the Cancun Fire Department responded to a vehicle fire on a public road. The vehicle was a total loss as a result of the blaze,” Bomberos Cancun said.
“Our firefighters carried out complete fire suppression maneuvers, securing the area to prevent further risks and safeguard the well-being of those present. Emergency services and relevant authorities provided support during the incident.
“Prevention and vehicle maintenance are key to avoiding these types of emergencies. Regularly inspect your vehicle, avoid transporting flammable materials, and in the event of any fire, move away from the area and immediately call 911 for help. To Serve and Protect!”
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