This Gers couple narrowly escaped the fire of their vehicle on this busy road in Auch

This couple in their seventies were driving on Rue Rouget-de-Lisle at the end of the day when their vehicle, a Mercedes-Benz Class B, caught fire. Around 5:30 p.m., passersby noticed sparks escaping from underneath the car.

Alerted, the driver immediately stopped her vehicle on the side of the road. The front of the vehicle was quickly engulfed in flames.

The intervention of firefighters brought the fire under control, requiring the temporary closure of the road. Fortunately, these Gers motorists escaped unscathed, despite the fright.

Electrical problem, overheating or a fuel leak? The time has come for observations. This incident reminds us of the importance of monitoring the condition of your vehicle and reacting quickly in the event of a problem. An expert assessment could determine whether a technical defect is the cause of the loss.