Jitney goes up in flames
Sparking Scandal: Solar-Powered EV Fire Leaves P3 Million in Damage
Last Tuesday morning, a fiery spectacle unfolded at Sitio Hawaiian, Barangay Marigondon, Lapu-Lapu City, as a solar-powered electric vehicle (EV) went up in flames. Estimated damages are said to have reached a staggering P3 million.
The incident involved a public e-jeepney along the popular IT Park - Country Mall - A.S. Fortuna route. Firefighters from the Lapu-Lapu City Fire District were quick to respond, arriving on the scene at 10:21 a.m. and declaring the fire extinguished just 14 minutes later.
Initially, it seemed that a nearby barbecue stall might be the source of an unusual smell reported by a passenger's family member. But alarms were raised when a motorcyclist honked persistently, warning the driver of the impending danger. Thanks to this act of goodwill, all passengers exited the bus before it was fully consumed by the flames. Fortunately, there were no fatalities or injuries reported.
In a chilling twist, the exact cause of the blaze remains undisclosed, with authorities still undertaking an investigation. Whether the incident was due to a hidden defect, faulty wiring, or some other negligence, residents and passengers alike are left wondering about the safety of these innovative yet volatile transportation options. Stay tuned for updates on this developing story.
- A passenger's family member reported a smoky smell but initially thought it was coming from a nearby barbecue stall.
- The fire was confirmed to have begun in the solar-powered EV, not the barbecue stall.
- The investigation into the cause of the fire is still ongoing.
- Passengers were able to evacuate the bus before it was fully engulfed in flames.
- The Lapu-Lapu City Fire District responded quickly and managed to extinguish the fire.
- There were no reported fatalities or injuries as a result of the fire.
[1] The cause of the blaze is under investigation by authorities. The exact reason for the fire has yet to be confirmed.
The investigation is ongoing to determine the cause of the fire that destroyed the solar-powered EV, whether it was due to a hidden defect, faulty wiring, or some other negligence.
The incident took place in the transportation industry, as the affected vehicle was a public e-jeepney along a popular route.
The financial impact of the fire has been reported to be around P3 million in damages. This news underscores the potential risks associated with the shift towards electric and innovative transportation options, causing general-news concern among residents and passengers.
