Car catches fire inside Coastal Road tunnel from Haji Ali to Worli

A moving car caught fire inside the Coastal Road tunnel from Haji Ali to Worli on Tuesday, triggering panic among motorists and prompting a swift emergency response from multiple agencies.

The incident was reported to the Mumbai Fire Brigade (MFB) Control Room at around 12:25 p.m. Upon receiving the information, emergency services acted quickly. Fire brigade personnel, police officers, and a 108 ambulance were immediately rushed to the spot inside the tunnel.

The fire caused significant panic among commuters who were inside the tunnel at the time. Fearing for their safety, several motorists abandoned their vehicles and rushed towards the nearest exit.

Fortunately, no casualties or injuries were reported in the incident, despite the panic and the swift evacuation of the area.

The exact cause of the fire is yet to be ascertained. Multiple agencies continue to investigate the incident.