Truck catches fire in “Kamchik” pass (video)

Today, November 5, a truck caught fire while traveling through the "Kamchik" pass, according to the Traffic Safety Department of the Ministry of Internal Affairs' Public Security Department.

The incident occurred at 1:30 p.m. on the 258th kilometer of the A-373 highway in the "Tashkent-Vodiy" direction. The fire reportedly started due to a defective front wheel coming off.

Fortunately, no injuries were reported. The Traffic Patrol Unit and personnel from the Ministry of Emergency Situations quickly secured the scene and brought the situation under control.

"Traffic in this direction is temporarily suspended. Movement will resume immediately after the fire is extinguished. We urge all drivers to check the technical condition of their vehicles," stated the Traffic Safety Department.

Previously in Tashkent, a collision between a Cobalt and a Mercedes-Benz left four people injured. Both drivers and two passengers received first aid at the hospital.