Lorry carrying firecrackers catches fire in Kothur

A lorry allegedly loaded with firecrackers caught fire at Manikyammaguda in Kothur police station limits on Saturday afternoon. The incident occurred when the lorry’s load came into contact with a high-tension wire on the main road, leading to a blaze that completely damaged the vehicle. A fire tender from Kothur rushed to the spot and brought the flames under control within an hour. In the interest of motorists, the police diverted traffic at Manikyammaguda to ensure safety. No casualties were reported in the incident, and authorities are investigating the circumstances leading to the fire, while urging transporters to exercise caution when carrying inflammable goods near overhead electric lines.