Liquor-Laden Lorry Catches Fire Near Bankura Warehouse; Driver Escapes
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News18•30-01-2026, 13:39
Liquor-Laden Lorry Catches Fire Near Bankura Warehouse; Driver Escapes
- •A liquor-laden lorry caught fire in its driver's cabin near a government liquor warehouse in Bhadul, Bankura.
- •The incident occurred on Friday morning while the helper was cooking on a gas stove inside the cabin.
- •The driver and helper narrowly escaped the blaze, which was quickly brought under control by warehouse staff using fire extinguishers.
- •Locals believe a major disaster was averted despite the highly flammable cargo.
- •Bankura Sadar Police Station police and fire brigade arrived later, and an investigation has been launched into the cause, suspected to be the cooking gas stove.
Why It Matters: A liquor lorry's cabin caught fire in Bankura, but quick action prevented a major disaster.
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