Mangaluru: A CNG tank leak was reported near Kollur on the national highway on Wednesday, September 9, prompting a swift response from fire and emergency services.
A fire engineering team from Mangaluru NMP rushed to the spot after receiving information about the leak and took precautionary measures to prevent any possible fire-related incident.
Fire team responds to CNG leak
The fire and emergency personnel sprayed water around the affected area as a precautionary measure and worked to bring the situation under control.
Given the potential risk associated with a CNG leak, authorities acted promptly to ensure the safety of motorists and people in the vicinity. The response team continued its efforts until the situation was brought under control.
No major fire incident was reported in connection with the leak.
Highway section temporarily closed
Following the incident, a portion of the national highway was temporarily closed as a safety measure. The closure resulted in significant traffic congestion in the area, with vehicles being held up for some time.
Motorists faced delays as emergency personnel attended to the situation and safety measures were put in place. The temporary restriction was necessary to prevent motorists and other road users from entering the potentially hazardous area while the leak was being addressed.
Situation brought under control
The intervention of the fire and emergency services helped control the situation. Personnel remained alert and monitored the area to ensure that there was no further danger following the leak.
Authorities also continued to keep watch over the affected stretch of the highway and took necessary precautions to safeguard motorists and the public.
The incident caused temporary disruption to traffic, but the situation was brought under control without any reported major fire-related mishap.