LPG car set on fire, the fire on the A1 Autostrada del Sole

LPG car set on fire, the fire on the A1 Autostrada del Sole

LPG car on fire – A serious accident occurred 2 km from the Chiusi toll booth in the direction of Florence, involving an LPG-fueled car which caught fire. The prompt response of Police of Orvieto was fundamental in managing the situation and preventing further risks, such as that of an explosion, due to the nature of the car’s fuel.

The traffic police officers, following the manager Massimiliano Bolli, have immediately traffic was blocked in the affected area to ensure the safety of all road users. Fortunately, the vehicle’s occupants were able to get out of the car in time and did not suffer any injuries requiring medical attention. Despite this, the situation caused significant traffic disruption, with queues that extended for around 4 km.

The staff of Highways for Italy he intervened to manage and monitor the queues, while the Fire Brigade took action to put out the flames. The extinguishing operation is essential not only to reopen the road to traffic but also to avoid risks of explosions or further damage.

At the moment, the roadway in northbound remains closed to trafficbut it is expected that it will be reopened as soon as the Fire Brigade have completed the extinguishing operations and the safety of the area has been verified.

This incident highlights the importance the speed and effectiveness of emergency interventions on the motorway network, as well as the need for adequate maintenance of LPG-powered vehicles. The collaboration between the Traffic Police, Fire Brigade and Autostrade per l’Italia personnel made it possible to manage the emergency without further consequences for public safety, underlining the efficiency and preparation of the Italian emergency services.