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Four family members killed in Andhra Pradesh EV fire after highway crash
A tragic accident in Guntur district claimed four lives when an electric vehicle caught fire following a collision on the highway. The incident occurred as the family was returning from a social gathering in the evening.
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Four members of a family were killed when their electric vehicle burst into flames after a crash in Andhra Pradesh's Guntur district on Monday evening. The accident took place around 6 p.m. as the occupants were traveling back from a family function in Namburu village, according to police reports.
The vehicle collided on the highway before catching fire, trapping the passengers inside. Emergency response teams arrived at the scene, but the occupants were unable to escape the rapidly spreading flames. All four individuals in the vehicle perished in the incident.
Police have launched an investigation into the circumstances surrounding the crash. Preliminary inquiries suggest the collision may have damaged the vehicle's battery system, leading to the subsequent fire. Authorities are examining whether mechanical failure, driver error, or road conditions contributed to the accident.
The incident has renewed concerns about electric vehicle safety in India, particularly regarding battery management systems and fire containment protocols. Investigators are expected to file a detailed report following forensic examination of the vehicle's remains and review of eyewitness accounts from the scene.